Source: Telegraph
Barcelona insist they will be 'respectful' to Arsenal in Cesc Fabregas chase
After signing Valencia striker David Villa this week, Barca are ready to step up their bid for the Arsenal captain before president Joan Laporta's term finishes this summer.[LNB]Fabregas revealed last week at a promotional event in Barcelona that he would like to return to the club he left as a youngster to move to England.[LNB] Related ArticlesHill-Wood: Arsenal aim to keep FabregasDrain to Spain leaves us plainArsenal want £45m for FabregasWhatever happened to Arsene Wenger's typical Arsenal?Fabregas not good enough for Barca, says Arsenal chairmanSport on televisionBarca have welcomed Fabregas' interest but seem to be taking a softly-softly approach where Arsenal are concerned.[LNB]Begiristain told the club's website: "The player has shown his will to come to Barca, but we will not do anything until Arsenal want to negotiate.[LNB]"We have the will of the player to come to Barcelona, but what we won't do is start to negotiate without Arsenal until an agreement is reached.[LNB]"Cesc has a contract with his club and we will be very respectful."[LNB]Begiristain is quoted on Marca's website as saying Barca are awaiting a response from Arsenal.[LNB]"As he has the will to return, we contacted Arsenal to ask them if they are ready to negotiate. We are waiting for an answer."[LNB]
