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Ramsey tells Cardiff: I choose Arsenal



Aaron Ramsey has told Cardiff City that he wants to join Arsenal.

Cardiff have accepted £5million bids from Arsenal and Premier League rivals Manchester United and Everton.

The winger has held talks with all three clubs and has now decided upon a move to Emirates Stadium, having flown out to Switzerland to meet Gunners boss Arsene Wenger.

A statement on Cardiff's official website read: "Cardiff City were informed on Friday morning that Aaron Ramsey's preferred destination this summer is at the Emirates Stadium with Arsenal.

"We will now continue the dialogue with the Gunners with a view to Aaron's move being completed.

"The move unlike other options however does not include a loan back period at Ninian Park for the 2008/09 season."

Arsenal boss Wenger welcomes Ramsey signing


Arsenal have completed the signing of Aaron Ramsey, Cardiff City's teenage midfielder, "on a long-term contract for an undisclosed fee".

The 17-year-old chose to move to Emirates Stadium ahead of Manchester United, the Champions League and Premier League champions, as well as Everton after all three clubs expressed interest in the Wales Under-21 international.

"We're delighted to have signed Aaron Ramsey," Arsene Wenger said. "He is a young player who has shown huge potential with his performances for both Cardiff City and Wales at under-17 and under-21 levels. He is still only 17, but has already shown that he is a very intelligent and mature player with great quality.

"Although he mainly plays in midfield, Aaron is a versatile player and can also play across the defence. We are all looking forward to welcoming Aaron to the club for our pre-season preparations."

Gervais reveals Arsenal interest



Le Mans' Ivory Coast International Gervinho has announced that Arsenal are keen on his services.
The skilful 21-year-old, whose given name is Gervais Yao Kouassi, counts Gunners boss Arsene Wenger as one of his admirers, but insists that both he and Le Mans are fully committed to each other - at least for the time being.

"I know Wenger likes signing young players," he said. "I prefer to stay in Le Mans and learn my trade at the club that gave me a chance to be linked with a big club.

"When I arrived at Le Mans nobody knew me, I had to work hard to get into the first-team. Today I am a bit known in Europe.

"Arsenal have spoken to my agents and they are looking at it. Arsenal are a big team, they have made it clear they want me.

"However, (Le Mans director Henri Legarda) is saying no to them. My club is refusing any discussion with Arsenal because they do not want me to go.

"My contract runs out in 2010 and they are keen to extend my deal."

Arsenal join battle for Inter whiz Balotelli


Arsenal are the latest Premiership club to make contact with Mario Balotelli's brothers about the Inter Milan striker's situation.

Balotelli has hit out at Inter management this week and is angling for a move away this summer as he baulks at putting pen to paper on a new contract.

Chelsea, Liverpool - and in the last 24 hours Arsenal - have all been in contact with the youngster's brothers, who are acting as his agents.

Along with his contract row, Balotelli, 17, has also had his hands full this week launching his own clothing line!

Arsenal join battle for Inter whiz Balotelli


Arsenal are the latest Premiership club to make contact with Mario Balotelli's brothers about the Inter Milan striker's situation.

Balotelli has hit out at Inter management this week and is angling for a move away this summer as he baulks at putting pen to paper on a new contract.

Chelsea, Liverpool - and in the last 24 hours Arsenal - have all been in contact with the youngster's brothers, who are acting as his agents.

Along with his contract row, Balotelli, 17, has also had his hands full this week launching his own clothing line!

Arsenal join battle for Inter whiz Balotelli


Arsenal are the latest Premiership club to make contact with Mario Balotelli's brothers about the Inter Milan striker's situation.

Balotelli has hit out at Inter management this week and is angling for a move away this summer as he baulks at putting pen to paper on a new contract.

Chelsea, Liverpool - and in the last 24 hours Arsenal - have all been in contact with the youngster's brothers, who are acting as his agents.

Along with his contract row, Balotelli, 17, has also had his hands full this week launching his own clothing line!

Arsenal keep tabs on Newcastle striker Martins


Arsenal are monitoring Obafemi Martins' situation at Newcastle United.

The Daily Mail says the Nigerian forward has attracted interest from Arsene Wenger and has not signed a new deal at St James' Park. Newcastle's move for Bafetimbi Gomis puts his future in doubt.

Arsenal make late move for Spear


Arsenal are making a late play to land Plymouth Argyle prospect Aaron Spear(the new Wayne Rooney).

The News of the World says Toon director of football Dennis Wise has agreed terms with the Championship club for the 15-year-old.

But the Gunners, who swooped this week for another Aaron - Cardiff midfielder Ramsey - in a £5m deal, have turned their sights to the Championship again after being alerted to Spear's potential.

Arsenal revive interest in Real Madrid prospect Parejo


Arsene Wenger is thought to be considering a renewed bid for Real Madrid midfielder Daniel Parejo, despite the player insisting that he is prepared to stay and fight for his place at the Bernabeu.

The 19-year-old caught the eye of the Wenger during last year?s under-19 European Championships and was subject to Arsenal interest in the winter.

Wenger is thought to be prepared to spend £11 million on bringing the Castilla star to the Emirates Stadium.

Parejo said: "For me, it is a compliment that such an important European team is showing interest. I have heard rumours but my intention is very clear - my dream is to succeed in Madrid.

"Nobody dislikes something like that (being compared to Cesc Fabregas) but I prefer to look in the mirror and see Raul, Guti and Iker Casillas, three footballers who have come out of this youth system and have gone on to triumph in Madrid. I am young and I have patience."

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Arsenal boss Wenger seeking Thuram talks.




Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is seeking talks with off contract Barcelona defender Lilian Thuram.

The hugely experienced World Cup winner from a decade ago could help the younger defenders at Arsenal - a ploy successfully used by Wenger's rival Sir Alex Ferguson.

Sir Alex signed Laurent Blanc on a short-term deal in 2001 to help his inexperienced players and Rio Ferdinand has gone on record to say how much Blanc assisted him when he went to Old Trafford from Leeds.

Arsenal, Fulham target Thuram open to England move

Off contract Barcelona defender Lilian Thuram is open to a move to England.

Thuram has been linked with Fulham and Arsenal and said: "Going to a club outside of France is also being discussed. "We'll see. There are clubs in Italy, England, and even in Scotland that could be interested."

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Arsenal revive interest in Real Madrid prospect Parejo


Arsene Wenger is thought to be considering a renewed bid for Real Madrid midfielder Daniel Parejo, despite the player insisting that he is prepared to stay and fight for his place at the Bernabeu.

The 19-year-old caught the eye of the Wenger during last year?s under-19 European Championships and was subject to Arsenal interest in the winter.

Wenger is thought to be prepared to spend £11 million on bringing the Castilla star to the Emirates Stadium.

Parejo said: "For me, it is a compliment that such an important European team is showing interest. I have heard rumours but my intention is very clear - my dream is to succeed in Madrid.

"Nobody dislikes something like that (being compared to Cesc Fabregas) but I prefer to look in the mirror and see Raul, Guti and Iker Casillas, three footballers who have come out of this youth system and have gone on to triumph in Madrid. I am young and I have patience."

Arsenal boss Wenger willing to go to £10M for Parejo

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is ready to offer huge money for Real Madrid prospect Dani Parejo.

The People says Wenger is a long-time admirer of the Spain Under-19 midfielder and could offer up to £10million.

Cypriot starlet Christofi wanted by Arsenal, Man Utd


Manchester United and Arsenal are battling for exciting Cypriot prospect Demetris Christofi.

Christofi is seen as one of Europe's hottest young talents. His £800,000 move from ENP FC to Omonoia was a domestic record in Cyprus despite the fact he is only 19.

With United having lost out on Cardiff's Aaron Ramsey, boss Sir Alex Ferguson is desperate to beat Arsene Wenger to the striker's signature.

Christofi has been capped by his country and Omonoia are keen to cash in on their star man to the tune of £3 million, says the People.

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Arsenal boss Wenger keen on Podolski


Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is eyeing Bayern Munich striker Lukas Podolski.

The Germany international is unsettled at Bayern and has admitted he will consider his future after Euro2008.

The Sunday Mirror says Podolski is on Wenger's summer shopping list.