Usmanov hints at Arsenal cash injection

Alisher Usmanov could be ready to help Arsenal pay off some of their debt in a bid to help them challenge for honours at home and in Europe.

Russia-based billionaire Usmanov, the Gunners’ second-highest stakeholder with 25% of shares, last week called on the club to “step up” their transfer dealings this summer and it now seems he could be prepared to help them do so.