Nicolas Jover may have to change revolutionary Arsenal tactic after Premier League decision

Arsenal have been very good from set pieces since the integration of coach Nicolas Jover's strategies. In their last pre-season friendly both goals came from corners, and with the aerial presence of this Gunners side seemingly on the up, this shows no sign of slowing.

Mikel Merino, the primary central midfield target, ranks as one of Europe’s most dangerous threats in the air, ranking in the 99th percentile for aerial duels won in the top five leagues. However, it is not simply about winning headers and scoring from free-kicks which leans into the Gunners' success from these positions.

Players have different roles in these moments and Benjamin White has become infamous for his. Pundits, viewers and fans have cottoned onto the antics of the England international from these positions.

He stands close to the opposition keeper, holding onto their arms at times and occasionally getting caught, even preventing a goal from being allowed at Leicester after the full-back held the hand of Danny Ward as Leandro Trossard smashed in a strike from outside the box. Other times, though, his presence has contributed to goals being scored.

However, it seems that Jover might need to rethink some of the elements of set pieces, in particular White's role. It was revealed on Thursday plans for the rule changes in the Premier League next season with clarification on some tweaks.

One such change was the enforcement behaviour of players in the box. Holding, blocking and obstructing will be penalised more strictly from set pieces, when one player tries to impact another player.

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It seems that White therefore may need to rethink what he does during these moments. The start of the Premier League will allow viewers to see the changes in action and against Wolves should the Gunners get a set piece, White will be one to watch.

He has gained the reputation now, which makes him a reference point for onlookers but also officials. Jover has been able to invent plenty of new techniques for these moments at Arsenal, and if there is one man who can be relied upon to deliver the next evolution of Arsenal corners and free-kicks, it is the Frenchman.