Arsene Wenger denies Arsenal interest in Ruud van Nistelrooy

07 December 2009 10:40
Arsenal are currently experiencing what Wenger has deemed "their worst season for injuries" with Kieran Gibbs, Robin van Persie, William Gallas, Emmanuel Eboue, Armand Traore, Andrey Arshavin and Tomas Rosicky all currently doubtful or out for the long-term. [LNB]And with the front line suffering the most, speculation has linked Real Madrid's veteran striker Van Nistelrooy with a return to the Premier League - a move Wenger has ruled out. [LNB] Related ArticlesArsène Wenger fuels Van Nistelrooy speculationWenger relieved as Arshavin deliversArsene Wenger hits out at Mark Hughes's conductArsene Wenger: no regrets over Hughes rowArsenal players too short, says Andrei ArshavinRobin van Persie surgery 'went well': Wenger"Van Nistelrooy? It would not be the best of signings bearing in mind our past relationship," Wenger said when asked if there was any truth to reports in the media. But the Frenchman added that when the January transfer window opens, finding a new striker will be top of his list of priorities if the situation does not improve. [LNB]In a bid to remain in contention for this season's title and a place in the top four, the Frenchman added: "We're at the beginning of December, if we are in the same situation with injuries in January then I will see," added Wenger. [LNB]"But we can't dream too much of finding a world class player because that's what is needed to strengthen our team. But they also need not to be European cup-tied and who is also free so we must hope Father Christmas is good to us."[LNB]Wenger also played down suggestions that he will make a move for Patrick Vieira. [LNB]"Vieira is not a striker. I don't think we suffered in midfield (on Saturday). (Abou) Diaby can come back. I don't believe we are especially short there."[LNB]

Source: Telegraph