Angel hopes to wing his way to Arsenal

Recently-crowned Argentina World Cup Under-20 winner Angel Di Maria claims negotiations with English Premier League club Arsenal are going well.

The 19-year-old midfielder claimed that his club Rosario Central was also keen on striking a deal with the London club.

Di Maria said: “They (Arsenal) were speaking with me and all is going well, not only on personal terms but also the talks with Rosario Central.

“It would be great, especially if it benefits my family and Rosario Central. I would like that all to be resolved as soon as possible because the Argentinian season begins in two weeks.”

Di Maria has also received offers from Argentinian giants Boca Juniors and River Plate but Rosario Central president Pablo Scarabino claims he will consider only bids from abroad.

Scarabino said: “In Argentina, Di Maria will not play for any other club than Central.”