Bob McNab and Charlie George both departed Arsenal prior to the beginning of the season.

McNab left on a free transfer to Wolves[2] while George nearly joined manager Terry Neill at Tottenham but was tempted last-minute by Derby for £90,000.

[1] Youngsters Frank Stapleton and David O'Leary both featured regularly in the first team.

In March, Peter Storey walked out for ten days and faced a club suspension.

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