Tottenham are now as good as Arsenal! Arjen Robben hails signing of Rafael van Der Vaart

06 September 2010 10:19
Bayern Munich star Arjen Robben has insisted Tottenham are now finally as good as their north London rivals Arsenal.[LNB]Robben, a Dutch team-mate of Rafael van der Vaart, believes Spurs have bridged the gap between the clubs with their signing of the midfielder from Real Madrid.[LNB]Robben said: 'Before Rafa signed, I'd still have had Arsenal down as the stronger team - but now I don't think there is anything between them.[LNB] Making his move: Rafael Van der Vaart [LNB]'With Rafa on board, Spurs really do have one of the very best midfield players in the Premier League, maybe even the best.'[LNB]Robben admitted he wanted Van der Vaart to join him at Bayern, and is sure Tottenham have made a shrewd move.[LNB]He told the Daily Star Sunday: 'I don't know why he didn't join Bayern in the end. I really wanted him but Spurs have bought a gem.[LNB] 

Source: Daily_Mail