Wenger itching to unveil new Van

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hopes having a fully-fit Robin van Persie back in action next month will be just like landing a “new signing”.

Wenger itching to unveil new Van
Sat, 29 Dec, 2007 - 08:49

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hopes having a fully-fit Robin van Persie back in action next month will be just like landing a “new signing”.

The Holland striker is currently sidelined by a muscular problem, and will miss both Saturday’s early evening televised Barclays Premier League clash at Everton, as well as the visit of West Ham on New Year’s Day.

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