Gunners Boss Looking To Beat Everton To Midfield Target
Posted on 21. Aug, 2008 by Milox in Premiership
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger appears set to hijack another player from under the noses of one of his Premier League rivals.
The Gunners boss, who pipped Manchester City yesterday to the signature of Mikael Silvestre from Manchester United, now has his focus on beating Everton to Rennes midfielder Stephane Mbia.
Media reports claim Wenger will have to open a bidding war to sign the player, as he already seems to have his heart set on joining Everton after returning from the Olympics.
“I have just been told that Arsenal are interested as well, but my position is clear - I want to start the season with Everton,” Mbia said.
“What Rennes are currently offering me is far behind my demands. Both clubs have to find an agreement to help me leave.
“I’m aware that my directors have declared I won’t leave, but it’s just a means to make my price higher. I understand their position and I would do the same.
“It’s politics. Regarding what I’ve heard, I know [general manager Pierre] Dreossi is ready to let me leave. From my part, I don’t want to play for Rennes anymore.
“Personally I don’t worry because English clubs have the resources to sign me. When they really want a player they are ready to spent whatever amount.”
“I’m hopeful it will be done by next week. That kind of opportunity only happens once. Everton offer me €1.5 million (£1.2 million) whereas I don’t earn the half of it at Rennes.
“Even if I owe everything to this club (Rennes), I have a family to feed, regardless the challenge, which is very interesting.
“It’s an ideal springboard for my career.”
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