Barcelona vice-president Josep Maria Bartomeu has dismissed rumours claiming the La Liga champions have held talks with Arsenal over a potential move for striker Robin van Persie.
The 28-year-old’s current deal with the Gunners expires in 2013 and with no signs of the Dutchman signing a new contract with the north London club anytime soon, speculation over his long-term future at the Emirates remains in serious doubt.
Several reports claimed Barcelona had spoken to Arsenal over a potential move for the in-form Gunner in the summer.
However, the Spanish giants have since denied any contact with the Premier League club or the player’s agent:
Speaking after Barcelona’s 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad on Saturday, Bartemou said:
‘Nothing exists with RVP.
‘It’s rumours that appear in the papers. We’ve not contacted Arsenal, nor his agent.’
He finished off by saying the club are more focused on the Liga and Copa del Rey rather than potential transfers this summer:
‘Our focus is now on the Liga and Copa del Rey. It’s necessary to be focused on the task at hand and not be distracted by the transfer market.’
It will be interesting to see how this story develops at the end of the season.
Watch this space.
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