Wenger wants Van Persie’s fate decided before transfer deadline
Robin van Persie and Wenger
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said he is determined to keep Robin van Persie at the Emirates despite the striker’s determination to leave.
Wenger said this during Arsenal’s pre-season tour in Malaysia stood in defence of the club’s policies stating that they are very ambitious and desire to win trophies.
He added he will like to see the Dutch striker’s fate determined before the close of the transfer window.
“He has one year left and is in demand but our desire is to keep him,” Wenger said.
“However, we will do what is in the best interest of the club. If you have a decoder in your head you can decode that.”
“Van Persie is a world-class striker and I am a big supporter of him. I have supported him through his whole career.”
“The official transfer deadline is 31 August but then we can create an internal deadline,” Wenger said.
Asked if that was before the new season kicks off, he replied: “Of course. I believe the transfer market should stop before the season starts anyway.”
“He had a brilliant season last year and is a big player for us, so we are just hopeful that he will stay,” said Welshman Ramsey, who is on Team GB Olympic duty.
“We don’t know anything that goes on. We hope that he stays at Arsenal.”
There have been interests from major clubs across Europe for Van Persie and the striker earlier said he will not be interested in signing a contract extension at the Emirates.
Robin van Persie has been in his best form last Premier League season scoring 30 goals for the League and 37 in all games.
He also won both PFA and Football Writers’ Association Player of the year awards for 2011/2012 season.
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