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Tevez interested in joining Arsenal

Written by Jonathan Chong on Wednesday, June 27, 2007

West Ham striker Carlos Tevez has indicated that he would be interested in joining Arsenal, after the departure of Thierry Henry to Barcelona.

But any likelihood of a deal being brokered is slim as manager Arsène Wenger has indicated before that he's not in favour of players being owned by third-party companies.

Tevez said: "I know people are now talking about Arsenal and obviously that is something I am excited about.

"It's another big club and the good thing is I wouldn't have to move out of London. I also already know English football and I like it.

"Arsenal's style is more technical than physical so I could fit in no problem. My transfer is being talked about a lot. It's beautiful to be wanted by various clubs.

"I didn't have problems adapting at West Ham," Tevez continued.

"I didn't speak English but nevertheless I made myself understood on the pitch."

The striker indicated that he would also be interested in a move to Inter.

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User Comments

11

Geezer

Posted on 30 Jun, 2007 at 05:23 PM - Reply

What I am more interested in is when the aged Arsenal board is going to wake up to the fact that until Arsenal is prepared to compete financially with Liverpool, Man Utd and Chelsea, they will NEVER win the Premier League or Champions League.

Once again, as you scour the weekend papers, all talk is about who Liverpool and Man Utd are buying. Fernando Torres would be a fantastic buy for Arsenal, but (1) Arsenal would never be capable of spending £26m, and (2) Arsenal would never be capable of matching his wage demands. I must agree that salaries and spending in football is virtually out of control, however, when we look at the records in 10 years time, no-one will remember how much players cost or what they earned. What everyone will remember is who won the Premier and Champions leagues.

I have been an Arsenal fan all my life, yet I now feel quite sad that we have no chance of winning either of the two major trophies again without a massive financial investment. David Dein had the foresight to realise that but the Board at Arsenal just spluttered and hurrummpphed and kicked him out. That signalled the end.

I think it was probably inevitable that Henry was going to go this year. At his age it was now or never, so I don't resent that at all. But if this team is ever going to complete, then a massive culture shift needs to occur at the club, and spending £40-50m in one campaign should not be baulked at.

My prediction for next season, which I make quite sadly, is that Liverpool, Man Utd and Chelsea will fight it out at the top with barely 6 points between them. At best, Arsenal will end 4th at least 15 points behind the pack. So, if that happens, and I hope it doesn't, Arsenal will have wasted another season. All the usual excuses will pour out, such as this is a young team still developing. How many more seasons do we have to hear that reason.

The fans of Arsenal want to feel and see success on the pitch now for the incredible prices paid for seats. Is all this only for lining the players pockets or is it only fair for trophies to come to the club.

I'm sure this will stimulate some reaction from you all. Those of you who don't agree with me, just be honest with yourself - is it more of a forlorn hope (as I have had each season) that the club will win the league and the Champions league. And don't mention the cup - that has become (god forbid) a second class tournament with the league cup a waste of everyones time. The Premier and Champions leagues are the only ones worth competing for and where the financial rewards are. So, please be honest. Are you sure this club can still compete?

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goonerboy

Posted on 30 Jun, 2007 at 02:43 AM - Reply

yes yes Tevez. Great passion & skill!

9

aberi abdullateef

Posted on 29 Jun, 2007 at 06:21 PM - Reply

please try to sign tevez

8

mr_arsenal_australia

Posted on 29 Jun, 2007 at 02:41 PM - Reply

I would love to see Tevez here. He was really impressive in saving West Ham, and i think with our style, he would snuggle up nicely with us!

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Arsenal Fan (Rim)

Posted on 28 Jun, 2007 at 10:23 PM - Reply

Arsene Wenger has to look for a player that can replace Thierry henry(the king)

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Ulster Gooner

Posted on 27 Jun, 2007 at 07:39 PM - Reply

Tevez is world class. Arsenal needs a player like him. I dont care who owns him.

5

valentine

Posted on 27 Jun, 2007 at 04:41 PM - Reply

arsenal should sign players and stop lamenting about henry's departure.

4

omiecy brown

Posted on 27 Jun, 2007 at 04:28 PM - Reply

all i want is that arsene wenger should go for players like tevez,baber sagner nd diago milito.

3

jamie-luke mccarthy

Posted on 27 Jun, 2007 at 01:41 PM - Reply

Arsene Wenger should know that he needs a replacement for thierry henry and should get torres,tevez or he should have made a deal with barcelona and get a stricker of barcelona

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pete owen

Posted on 27 Jun, 2007 at 11:30 AM - Reply

He would be a welcome addition to the squad, i love his passion, the way he lifted west ham and single handedly beat them the drop was awesome, his price tag is a lot though. Question is, is he worth £30 mil.