It was been revealed today in many newspapers that Arsenal are wanting Wolfsburgs top form
striker Edin Dzeko for a fee of around £8 million. The player himself has said nothing on leaving
but indicated earlier in they ear that a move to the premier league would be good.
Although with Man City's muscle in the money department it could be hard to sign anyone if we're
against them!
Sunday's papers is awash with loads of transfer news this morning which hasn't been the norm for
quite a time now; I will digress.
Eboue to Fiorentina
I haven't posted this story on Arsenal-highlights this week because I was unsure of it's roots
but it seems now that there is firm proof that Fiorentina among other clubs will bid for Eboue,
although personally I can't deem it to be the £8 million which the media have reported.
It has been anounced today that Thomas Vermaelen will fly in to England tommorow and complete a
medical at Arsenal before signing his contract which is believed to be of four years. We have had
no whimper of what his wages are but it is expected that has already been done and all that is
needed is his mediacal done and dusted before pen is put to paper.
Arsenal have been rocked by an injury to star striker Robin van Persie which could see the
Dutchman ruled out of action for around two months.
Van Persie was stretchered off during Holland's goalless friendly draw in Italy on Saturday
night.
He damaged his ankle in a challenge with Giorgio Chiellini in the early stages of the clash.
Good news to all gooners; Robin Van Persie should be signing a new contract within the week. Talks
have been ongoing for several months and, despite reports of interest from Manchester United (load
of rubbish), it is understood that there are just a few final details to resolve before an
announcement is made.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta came out with the most idiotic phrase ever yesterday as the
saga of Fabregas leaving continues. BORING.
Anyway this is what he had to say with the bold line showing his total stupidity:
"If they are interested in selling, we are interested in buying but if not, then we will look to
Fabregas.
Good times lay ahead, we know that anyway. But.... Good times could be 99% assured this
season should we sign two players this January. I know it is a while off January at this time
but I'm sure Wenger is already looking ahead so shy shouldn't we. I'm not gonna mention the papers
because as soon as the window shuts they are looking for the next window moves, but anyway.
We have big injury troubles ahead of our first competetive game this weekend versus Everton. The
list is:
Tomas Rosicky (hamstring) and Samir Nasri (broken leg) were already sidelined before the
manager spoke to Arsenal TV Online on Thursday afternoon. However, in that interview, the Frenchman
ruled out Theo Walcott (back), Johan Djourou (knee) and Lukasz Fabianski (knee) from the trip to
Goodison Park, while Abou Diaby (groin) is classed as a doubt.
TEAM NEWS
Arsenal's Eduardo is over the groin strain that made him a late withdrawal from the bench against
Celtic but Theo Walcott still has a back problem.
Manager Arsene Wenger could field the same starting XI for the third consecutive match.
Portsmouth trio Steve Finnan, Hermann Hreidarsson and Papa Bouba Diop are all out with hamstring
injuries, with the latter facing six weeks out.
Hello people!. It's the day many people have waited for; Transfer deadline day. Now I expect at
least 2 signing for Arsenal today but we'll have to wait and see I'll keep you posted.
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Hello to all Arsenal-highlights readers and members. This evening I have created a league on
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