Ghana midfielder Anthony Annan has revealed that Arsenal have joined Blackburn and Racing Santander in the battle for his signature.

"I know that Racing Santander, Blackburn and Arsenal are interested," he told fvn.no.

The 22 year-old has recently been on trial at Blackburn but is currently playing for Norwegian side IK Start. One of their executive, Rune Jakobsen also confirmed that Arsenal have been to watch the player ‘a couple of times’.

Despite attracting the interest of two major English Premier League clubs, the Ghanaian international has spoken of his desire to join European Champions, Manchester United.

"United was my favourite club as a child. If I get the chance, it would be a dream for me. I cross my fingers that something will happen in the next days," he added.

Arsenal are suffering a midfield injury crisis at the moment with Thomas Rosicky, Samir Nasri, Abou Diaby and Cesc Fabregas all currently on the sidelines and it is no secret that Arsene Wenger would like to strengthen his side in this area before the start of the league season on Saturday.

[Guardian-Series]

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