Author Topic: Arsenal Completes Another Signing (Read 191 times)

K.Dub · « **on:** July 12, 2007, 10:59:03 AM »

Bacary Sagna completes move to Arsenal

French defender Bacary Sagna has signed for Arsenal from Auxerre on a long-term contract for an undisclosed fee.

Sagna (24) who won the French Cup with Auxerre in 2005, was recently called up to the French national squad, where he was an unused substitute in his country’s Euro 2008 Qualifier victory over Georgia in June.

Bacary, who was born in France but has Senegalese parents, has been a regular for Auxerre over the past three seasons, making 87 appearances for the French side during that time. Featuring predominantly at right back, Sagna played a part in Auxerre’s UEFA Cup campaign last season.

Manager Arsène Wenger said: “We are delighted to have signed Bacary Sagna. He is a very capable defender and has played consistently well for Auxerre in recent seasons. He plays mainly at right back, but can also play along the defence or in midfield. He is strong, quick and enjoys defending but also has a good offensive side to his game. He has a fighting spirit and will be a very good addition to our squad.”

Sagna said: “It is great to be joining Arsenal and I’m excited to be playing alongside many great players. I know Abou Diaby from our time together at Auxerre and also Gael Clichy and Mathieu Flamini from the French Under-21 team. Also Arsène Wenger is a major reason why I have signed for Arsenal. He is an excellent manager with a fantastic record and I am really looking forward to working with him. I’m also looking forward to playing at Emirates Stadium and winning trophies for the Club and all the supporters.”

Bacary will wear the No 3 shirt for Arsenal and will immediately join up with his new team mates.
http://www.arsenal.com/article.asp?thisNav=News&article=476208&lid=NewsHeadline&Title=Bacary+Sagna+completes+move+to+Arsenal

Bay Area Jat · « **Reply #1 on:** July 12, 2007, 12:02:16 PM »

the gunners still need to do a lot more IMO

KURUPTION-81 · « **Reply #2 on:** July 12, 2007, 03:06:51 PM »

could turn out to be a good buy but like i have said before if arsenal really want to improve in a short space of time they need to buy experienced proven players

K.Dub · « **Reply #3 on:** July 12, 2007, 03:20:41 PM »

Quote from: KURUPTION-81 on July 12, 2007, 03:06:51 PM

could turn out to be a good buy but like i have said before if arsenal really want to improve in a short space of time they need to buy experienced proven players

I completely agree

Sweet & Tender Hooligan · « **Reply #4 on:** July 13, 2007, 04:37:29 PM »

NAh, disagree with that. That boy Eduardo could do damage, and if Van Persie, Adebayor, and Bentdner (Spelling?) all step up which they are capable of doing then Arsenal could be a force. Anyone know whats happening with that Vela? I thought he was the next big thing?

KURUPTION-81 · « **Reply #5 on:** July 14, 2007, 07:40:51 AM »

Quote from: Dipset Consigliori on July 13, 2007, 04:37:29 PM

NAh, disagree with that. That boy Eduardo could do damage, and if Van Persie, Adebayor, and Bentdner (Spelling?) all step up which they are capable of doing then Arsenal could be a force. Anyone know whats happening with that Vela? I thought he was the next big thing?

work permit issues i think, he is the guy on loan in spain ?

JMan · « **Reply #6 on:** July 14, 2007, 08:00:14 AM »

i still think arsenal are going to struggle this season.. The powers changing in north london now! going to be close between spurs and arsenal this year