Arsenal fans were expecting a summer of spending from Arsene Wenger and an influx of new talent at the club but it seems as though Gael Clichy could be instigating the start of a mass exodus away from the Emirates. The Left back has rejected a contract extension from the club with a view to finding a new footballing home.
The North London club cannot just sit around and hope for the best with only one year remaining on his current deal, meaning they will have to cash in to risk losing the Frenchman on a free next summer.
Arsenal captain, Cesc Fabregas is expected to leave English shores this transfer window with a return to his beloved Barcelona. Key man Samir Nasri has also rejected a contract extension with the club and is expected to enter into exploratory talks with Premier League rivals and champions, Manchester United. With the imminent departures of Fabregas and Nasri ahead, fellow Frenchman Clichy has decided to jump ship himself with a reported interest from Liverpool.
Sky Sports News have reported that a bid in the region of £5 Million has been offered for the Frenchman’s services with Liverpool believed to be the most interested party. Liverpool have struggled with their left back position this season after Konchesky couldn’t hack the pressure of such a big club, leaving Dalglish eager to fill the gap this summer.
Liverpool have targeted Lyon’s Aly Cissohko as a possible target but with this recent revelation, have turned their eyes to the cheaper and Premier League experienced Clichy.
After yet another trophy-less campaign for Arsenal it seems as though the players are not satisfied with the progress of the club, leaving many to consider their footballing futures. The culmination of a disappointing season gave Gunners fans a summer of hope which is turning out to be a hectic shambles for Mr Wenger.
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