We have been repeatedly linked with a move for Karim Benzema in recent weeks (via the Metro), but it wasn't clear whether there was anything tangible in the stories emerging. It seems our interest in the French forward is genuine however, with Spanish journalist David Alonso confirming the rumour on Cadena SER radio, as reported by the Metro. He claims Arsene Wenger is determined to bring his compatriot to the Emirates, and is willing to throw his newfound financial weight around in the transfer market to do so. 'In Benzema's case, the interest is 100% real,' said Alonso. 'We can confirm that Arsenal are looking for a number 9, that they have a lot of money to buy him and that their...
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