Silvestre Signs For Gunners
Football-Forever are delighted to announce that Mikael Silvestre has left Old Trafford and signed a two year deal with Arsenal.
He will be the first player for some 34 years to make the move from Manchester to London since Brian Kidd in the 1970’s.
In a first interview for arsenal.com, Silvestre stated;
“I’ve spent a large part of my career at United, the last nine years, and I’ll remember that time fondly but feel I’m ready for a new challenge. Arsenal is known for playing technical and skilful football, and has a young but experienced squad. I’m really excited about this next stage of my career, hopefully playing my part in helping the Club to new successes.”
Arsene Wenger was equally delighted with his newest acquisition;
“We have a strong squad but a young squad and Mikael’s versatility, experience and calibre will provide the extra depth we need to reinforce our challenge for honours this season. His defensive adaptability will serve us well and it’s a big plus that Mikael has top level experience and a great understanding of football in the Premier League.”
It is understood that Silvestre will join his new team mates at the soonest opportunity this week.
Mikael is possibly a cover for left back Gael Clichy, but could well be the cover at centre back so urgently needed by The Gunners.
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