Just Gooner Not Owner

It’s a quick one today; I’ve got lots to do and an entire company to save!

 

In a sharp turnaround, Nigerian Billionaire Aliko Dangote yesterday stepped down his interest in aquiring Lady Nina’s shares in Arsenal Football Club. In a statement yesterday, he is quoted as saying;

 “Following recent media reports of my interest in acquiring 16 per cent of Arsenal Football Club, I believe it is necessary to clarify my position. I am a longstanding supporter of Arsenal Football Club and have been involved in conversations around investment in the past. “However, I can say categorically at this time that I have no intention of investing in the club and will not be acquiring a stake. I wish Arsenal Football Club the best for the future and will continue to follow the team as a fan.”

I’m not surprised at his decision to do so as he’s probably been advised that he’d do much more good investing in Nigerian football than in Arsenal. The only person I think will be disappointed is Lady Nina herself. Hehehe I ain’t shedding a tear for her or her overpriced shares! Good luck to Blackstone in finding a bidder. In my opinion, I think she is desperate to sell before the emergency budget on June 22, which is likely to increase capital gains tax on specific forms of investment. A increase in the tax rate could cost her several millions. 

Young defender Kyle Bartley has sensibly stated that he would be open to return to Sheffield United on loan next season. He’s probably looked at the squad, considered potential signings and judged his ability and realised he’s probably better off getting games at Sheffield while he improves his game rather than playing reserve team football. I’m sure the boss will do what’s best in the interest of both player and club. For the official website to be running this story, you’d think the deal would happen sooner rather than later.

Not surprisingly also is the news that Newcastle are keen to take Jack Wilshere on loan next season. The Magpies who made a swift return to the top flight after one season out are keen to consolidate knowing that funds for transfers will be limited in the sumer and they have identified the Arsenal starlet as one player who could do no harm to their cause. Perhaps, it may have have a role to play should Arsene decide to step up his long standing interest in Steven Taylor whom have been linked with yet again.

The Sun is reporting that Arsenal are holding out on selling Cesc Fabregas until after the World Cup as they hope a good performance would skyrocket his value close to the £80m price tag they have placed on him. In a remarkable fashion, ex Arsenal star Alex Hleb has warned Cesc Fabregas against making the same mistake that took him to Barcelona in the summer of 2008. He said;

“He and Gael Clichy are both very good players who must make their own decisions about their future. But I would advise them to stay. It didn’t work out for Arsenal this season but, if Arsene Wenger keeps the side together, they can really go far next year. They play great football. It’s partly a question of experience and next season Arsenal will have more of it if everyone stays. All things being equal, I think they have a very good chance of the title next season.”

What else can I say then!

Till next time…Victoria Concordia Crescit!