2. Alexis Sanchez
Last week we brought you reports that Arsenal were edging closer to signing Alexis Sanchez. Now, according to reliable Spanish media outlet Vozpopuli, Arsenal have tabled a €25million (£20million) bid for Barcelona forward Alexis Sánchez.
The opening bid of £20million is unlikely to be enough to convince Barcelona to sell, but Arsene Wenger is clearly aware of the club’s willingness to sell the Chile forward. Back in May, there were reports that Juventus were close to signing the him for just £16million. Reports in Spain suggest Barcelona hope to get €40million (£32million). A bid of £30million seems both reasonable and likely to be accepted, so let’s hope Arsenal can reach an agreement with Barcelona soon.
The advantage Arsenal have is Sanchez seems to be keen to join Arsenal over any of the other suitors. The report in Vozpopuli states: ‘Alexis who knows the interest of Arsenal and has given his ok to join the London club’.