Arsenal in talks with Germany star Mertesacker

Arsenal were today in talks with Werder Bremen over the signing of Germany defender Per Mertesacker, it is understood.

Tue, 30 Aug, 2011 - 12:06

Arsenal were today in talks with Werder Bremen over the signing of Germany defender Per Mertesacker, it is understood.

The Gunners were also understood to be close to concluding a deal for Brazil left-back Andre Santos as they sought to revamp their defence following Sunday's humiliating 8-2 defeat at Manchester United.

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