Re: The Van Persie Thread

by Jonathan Prendergast Wed Jul 04, 2012 10:27 am

Well, it's been a pretty quiet transfer window for the media.

Why not make up a story then get a response out of the clubs?

by Michael Foster Wed Jul 04, 2012 10:55 am

It's not like its a first for them lol...

by Jonathan Prendergast Wed Jul 04, 2012 8:18 pm

....and now everyone is talking about it....

by Michael Foster Wed Jul 04, 2012 9:43 pm

Jonathan Prendergast wrote:....and now everyone is talking about it....

From what I gather its going to try and get sorted by the end of the weekend...

But that said until somebody askew Robin or Arsen.....

It's all bollocks.

by janelle.noel Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:36 am

well then there you have it, he broke the news himself!
"Out of my huge respect for Mr. Wenger, the players and the fans I don’t want to go into any details, but unfortunately in this meeting it has again become clear to me that we in many aspects disagree on the way Arsenal FC should move forward."
oh well....

by Michael Foster Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:41 am

Honstly!!!!!!!! WHAT THE FUCK!!!!!!!!

SERIOUSLY ONE FUCKED OFF DUDE HERE RIGHT NOW!!!!

THIS IS FUCKING BULLSHIT!!!!

IF HE ENDS UP AT MAN CITY I AM GONNA PERSONALY HEAD DOWN TO THE STADIUM AND BURN MY SHIRT!!

what is the fucking point in us buying two unproven prem strikers and letting go the best of the season...seriously!!! Where is the fucking logic in that!!!!!!!

Ahhh fucking kiss my arse Wenger...you can fuck off.....

by Michael Foster Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:44 am

The striker had previously kept quiet over his future and refused to commit to a decision until Wednesday.

Van Persie says he has chosen not to extend his deal following talks with Wenger and chief executive Ivan Gazidis over the club's plans for the future.

He added: "I have kept quiet all this time out of respect and loyalty for the club and as agreed with Mr Gazidis and Mr Wenger, but since there is so much speculation in the media, I think it is fair for you guys to know what's really going on at the moment.

"As announced earlier this year I had a meeting with the boss and Mr Gazidis after the season. This was a meeting about the club's future strategy and their policy. Financial terms or a contract have not been discussed, since that is not my priority at all.

"I personally have had a great season but my goal has been to win trophies with the team and to bring the club back to its glory days.

"Out of my huge respect for Mr Wenger, the players and the fans I don't want to go into any details, but unfortunately in this meeting it has again become clear to me that we in many aspects disagree on the way Arsenal FC should move forward."

by Yash Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:44 am

https://twitter.com/#!/persie_official

http://robinvanpersie.com/2012/07/04/update-for-the-fans/

I don't have a twitter account and also don't know if this is his genuine account, but if true, it is a great upset, Arsenal and Wenger had faith in him when he was injured, and now he wants out...

by Meshaal Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:46 am

Disappointed and hurt, but ultimately, Arsenal over van Persie / Henry / Fabregas any day.

It really does not matter to me where he ends up now.

Just hope we can bring in some more quality before the transfer window closes. Don't see Walcott hanging around either.

by Yash Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:48 am

Two captains out in two years, i hope it is not for the money

by Michael Foster Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:52 am

It's never a 1 man team but this has single handedly destroyed our season...

That you can bet ya money on....

Fucking can you belive that cunt Ivan is on a two week holiday and this is going on!!!!!

I am bagging up and returning my new arsenal van persie shirt as we speak!!!

by Meshaal Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:57 am

Next season will now just be a repeat of last season - praying we can finish in the top 4.

by Mike York Thu Jul 05, 2012 3:57 am

I know there is the whole "a player his quality needs trophies" argument but if it wasn't for Wenger and Arsenal keeping faith with him during all his injury-hit years then he wouldn't be the player he is today. One injury-free season and then he does this leaves me very disappointed. I guess all we can hope is he stays next year, wins a trophy or two and has a re-think.

by Meshaal Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:02 am

According to the statement, the club's lack of ambition is precisely why he is not extending his contract. It's not like Wenger wants us to struggle to finish in the top 4 every season - he is obviously working within certain limitations. Only the board can provide the answers.

I would not be surprised if the club decides to sell him after such a pubic statement. I do however think, he has weakened our negotiating power and other than a bidding war - I don't think we will now be able to get a top price for him.

by Michael Foster Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:05 am

Mike I like your optimism...

But now this bomb shell has just been dropped...you can bet ya life we will cash in on him before the season starts...

I say 40m man city..

by Mike York Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:06 am

Yeah that's all it was, optimism. Likely to be sold whilst we can still get cash for him. I'd love Falcao or Llorente instead... but that is the optimism speaking again Crying or Very sad

by **Chris Chan** Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:07 am

Same shit different year

by **Mario** Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:07 am

Total lack of class with that statement, making it harder for us to progress forward by questioning the club out in the open. He did it to help justify his move to Man City and try and preserve his reputation.

If he 'loved' the club he would have left quietly. Maybe make a statement about not renewing and leaving it there. But no. This was all about him and a way out for him. I pray the club tell City and any other English club to fuck off and tell RVP to like it or lump it. Go Spain and join Valencia or something (the top 2 aren't interested) or go Juventus.

by Michael Foster Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:08 am

Chris Chan wrote:Same shit different year

This.

by **Chris Chan** Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:09 am

Also will someone tell Wenger that loyalty doesnt exist anymore.

by Meshaal Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:10 am

Sell him to the highest bidder - does it matter if he goes to Manchester City if we are getting good money?

by Jenks1981 Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:17 am

Will be difficult for him to play the next year with us now given the undertones in that statement.

How important do our two early signings look now...

by Meshaal Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:23 am

Jenks1981 wrote:Will be difficult for him to play the next year with us now given the undertones in that statement.

How important do our two early signings look now...

He has pretty much ensured that the club will have to sell him now. Don't see the fans being too kind to him if he (rightly so) if he is still playing for us next season.

by Meshaal Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:25 am

Jenks1981 wrote:Will be difficult for him to play the next year with us now given the undertones in that statement.

How important do our two early signings look now...

Don't forget - we still have Chamakh and Bendtner on our books. What a relief.

by Jenks1981 Thu Jul 05, 2012 4:30 am

This may mean that we keep Chamakh after all.

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