Arsenal’s attempts to push ahead with the record €20m signing of Malaga midfielder Santi Cazorla may be frustrated this week by continuing uncertainty regarding the future ownership of the club.

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QPR were the standout big spenders as the transfer window slammed shut last night.

QPR moved to bolster their forward line in the final few hours of the transfer window after signing Djibril Cisse and entering into negotiations with Fulham’s Bobby Zamora.

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of attacking midfielder Thomas Eisfeld from Borussia Dortmund on a long-term contract.