Thursday, November 12, 2009

Arsenal Interested in Barcelona Winger Gai Assulin

Arsenal is reportedly interested in young Barcelona star Gai Assulin. The Israel international has already attracted attention of a number of popular clubs like Chelsea. Now, reports have it in the media that Arsenal is also eyeing on the 18-year-old youngster. He has impressed with his talent while playing for Barcelona B last season, netting 9 goals in 24 games. He debuted for Israel national team at the age of 16, and thus, earning the wonder boy tag at home. He joined Barcelona camp at the age of 12 and grown up there.


However, he was given some chances to prove his talent with senior side in the pre-season, and he did not let the opportunity go down. Though he has not cemented his place in Barcelona’s senior team, it seems to be a matter of time he would be a regular started. His current contract ties him at Nou Camp till the 2011-2012 season. Now, let us see if Arsene Wenger really makes a move for the youngster in the upcoming transfer window.


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