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Arshavin wants to end his career at Zenit St Petersburg

Posted by goonerlad on 22nd June 2009

Andrey Arshavin admits he would like to return to Zenit St Petersburg to end his career. The Russian international left Zenit for Arsenal in a January transfer worth around £12million, but he admits he wants to eventually return to his former club. “I played for Zenit for a long time and now I want to play abroad [...]

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Vermaelen completes Arsenal move

Posted by goonerlad on 20th June 2009

The Belgium international has joined the Gunners on a long-term contract in a deal worth up to £10 million according to the Dutch club. Manager Arsene Wenger said: “Thomas is a great signing for Arsenal and we are all delighted that he is joining us. “Thomas is a solid performer with good experience of Champions League [...]

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Barcelona after Cesc Fabregas

Posted by goonerlad on 31st May 2009

Barcelona are planning to make a £40million bid for Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas. The newly-crowned European champions have made the Arsenal captain their number one target. Arsenal signed Fabregas from Barcelona six years ago for a paltry £750,000 as they took advantage of Spanish employment laws concerning young footballers.Barcelona now want him back. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Barcelona after Cesc [...]

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Van Persie hoping for news over new Gunners deal

Posted by goonerlad on 28th May 2009

Robin van Persie is hoping he will soon have “something to report” regarding a new contract at Arsenal. The Dutch striker has two years remaining on his current contract at the Emirates Stadium and the delay in talks has sparked suggestions he could leave the club. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger confirmed last week that he is waiting [...]

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