Hmmm a work permit is rumor out there but not from Arsenal...hmm could Manchester City have swooped in with their vast coffers, now that they do not have to spend the 100m pounds on Kaka. The real question for me is, how much does Arsenal need the Russian playmaker? I
think that the season for the Gunners will once again be one with out any silverware - Carling Cup done, FA Cup doubtful, Premier title 4th place would be a small miracle, Champions League very long shot....so that begs the question is it worth the long term investment in Arshavin, I say maybe. I do not see where the Russian will play in the greater squad. When Eduardo returns, assuming close to his former self which might be a stretch, I do not know what formation Arsenal will look to play? Will Arshavin sit behind the strikers? Will Adebayour and Eduardo be up front? Where will Walcott sit? I guess you can never have enough talent, especially in the modern footie, but I just see Arshavin as another Nasri, Walcott, Vela...solid offensive players, of slight stature. Not to say you cannot win with a bunch of smurfs, but some size would be nice.Again I am not sure Arsenal needs Arshavin this season...and not sure they will need him next season.