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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Arsenal to sign Llorente to replace Van Persie

As negotiations between Arsenal striker Robin Van Persie and Manchester United continue to gain pace, the Gunners have indicated Fernando Llorente as his replacement.
Confirmation that Llorente will not be renewing his current contract with Athletic Bilbao was announced earlier this week by club president Josu Urrutia, meaning the Spanish international could leave the club next summer on a free transfer.
Italian giants Juventus did have an offer of £16m rejected by the Basque club, who are determined to hold out for a bid in the region of his minimum release fee of £36m.
According to Marca.com, Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger is now resigned to losing Van Persie to Manchester United in a deal reported to be around £26m, which would then be used to attempt a bid for Llorente.

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