The issue now is, do Arsenal really want to buy into this?
If I controlled Arsenal I wouldn't sanction the move for £40m let alone any more.
He has messed about his three European teams, looking to step upwards. I personally only believe he will settle once in Spain and only Madrd is a viable option and they don't seem that interested.
I think all this press with the pro-Madird newsgroup is to try to let them know he is available for £40m, but with all this I can see them offering us less at £30m, and we will be forced into it.
I would take it, but add success add ons.
He had a fantastic season, but that could have been due to the team built that way. He may be a wasteful flop at Arsenal.
Owen, Torres largely disappointed without Gerrard and co.
Last edited by Scainer; 08/08/13 03:15 PM.