Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
Squillaci Close To Arsenal Move
The France international left out of the Spanish side’s UEFA Champions League play-off clash with Braga due to a deal being close between the Spanish side and Arsenal.
The 30-year-old join from Lyon back in 2008 is now in pole position to replace Gallas who left Arsenal after his contract ended.
“The player asked not to play because of the offer from such a big team but, for the moment, we believe the offer is insufficient and Squillaci is still a Sevilla player,” said Rodriguez after the La Liga outfit’s 1-0 defeat at Braga on Wednesday.
Sevilla added a statement on their official website: “Sebastien Squillaci’s future is in the air.
“As was confirmed by sporting director Ramon Rodriguez at the airport in Porto, the club have received an offer from Arsenal.