So we have (apparently) signed a talented 19 year old youngster from Dortmund.

No, not that one, a young player by the name of Thomas Eisfeld.

Would it of killed Wenger to spend 10 mil on Podolski? Who cares if we can get him cheaper in the Summer. We needed him now.

Podolski would've cost a lot more than 10m and wouldn't have helped us now since he's out injured.

Not buying anyone means Arshavin won't be going anywhere until at least the summer, especially with Ryo going on loan to Bolton.

[size=6]Thomas Eisfeld completes move to Arsenal[/size]

Attacking midfielder Thomas Eisfeld has completed a move to Arsenal from Borussia Dortmund on a long-term contract.

The 19-year-old has shown significant promise at youth level with the Bundesliga club, catching the eye of the Gunners’ scouting network with six goals and six assists in his 12 appearances for the Under-19s this term.

Eisfeld, who was part of Dortmund’s ‘BVB Academy’ for seven years and can play in a variety of positions, has featured at youth level for the German national team, captaining the Under-15s side.

He becomes the latest in a series of players to make the switch from Borussia Dortmund to north London, following in the footsteps of Tomas Rosicky and Jens Lehmann.

After completing his move to the Gunners, Eisfeld said: “I feel very proud to have signed for Arsenal. This is a great club, with many great players, and I’m so happy to be joining Arsenal.

"It’s a real honour to be team mates with the great players at Arsenal, and also training everyday with players like Tomas Rosicky - who I grew up watching play at Dortmund. I will give it everything I have here and do my best to make the manager, players and fans happy.

"I would also like to thank Borussia Dortmund, where I played for the last seven years, for everything they have done for me. I had a great time there, and there were many wonderful coaches who helped me get to where I am today."

Arsène Wenger said of the signing: “Thomas is a player we have liked for some time. We’ve watched him closely this season, where he has excelled for Dortmund’s youth team.

"He is young but has proven to us that he can play, that he has the attitude and technical ability to be a valuable addition to our squad. We’re very pleased to welcome him to the Club and look forward to his contribution in the coming seasons.”
http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/thomas-eisfeld-completes-move-to-arsenal

Does Arshavins deal expire this year or the next?
Btw, it would of been totally unfair on the lad if we had of pushed him out the door to Anzhi. Hopefully in the Summer Transfer window Zenit can raise the funds to nab him.

This is it... Last chance saloon.

Arsene's inactivity in the transfer window has said we can claim 4th and/or win the FA Cup/CL with what we have. Maybe he's right...

However, if by the end of May none of this eventuates it's on Wenger and the Board must act. There are tons of hungry or even established managers out there that would love to have a chance to manage with the resources Arsene's had.

I will say nothing more of Arsene's position as Manager until the end of the season. I really hope he delivers cos I dont want to usher him out the back door after all he's done... but as the old saying goes - well what have you done for me lately? For 7-8 seasons - not much.

I don't think Ramsey has the flair to play behind RVP. Would rather see Wilshere behind him and Ramsey alongside Song with a bit of rotation with Arteta.

I still think Ramsey has got a real talent.

Btw was their any news on Jack last night? I was hearing reports he was out for the season :(

[size=6]Wilshere not ruled out for the season[/size]

The Club can confirm Jack Wilshere has a small stress fracture to his right foot, however it is not accurate to state he has been ruled out for the remainder of the season.

The injury is in a different area to his previous surgery, and it will be reassessed in around two weeks time by our medical team and medical experts who have worked together throughout Jack’s recovery.

This is a recognised complication of a complex rehabilitation process and, of critical importance, Jack’s initial injury is recovering well.

Ramsey is more talented then Wilshere imo. What Rambo needs right now is a rest for more then 1 game. This is his first full season since injury, so he is definitely not going to be consistent, that said, Ramsey is our Cesc replacement and will need time.

:lol: wow.

Wilshere right now but I reckon Rambo has got more raw talent. It's a matter of developing that.

I know we've said it before but with Wilshere, Ramsey, Frimpong and THE OX we've got a pleasant future to look forward to. That said though, I don't want to sound like 'this time next year' again like those silly scousers.

Sean (sleel) mate, I dunno what your problem with Mertesacker is at the moment, I think we'd all agree he was a bit shite for a few weeks but he's really come into his own. You're biggest argument against him was that he got outjumped by Rooney once or twice, one of the most athletic players on the planet. Oh and about 70 odd caps for Deutschland means nothing right?