Barca chief dismissed transfer rumors
Barcelona vice-president Josep Maria Bartomeu insists that the club have not made a move for Arsenal star man Robin van Persie.
The Dutch striker’s contract is currently set to expire in 2013, with talks regarding a new contract at the Emirates breaking down. This has resulted in a number of Europe’s top clubs being put on red alert of the player’s situation.
Reports have recently suggested that the Spanish superclub had held talks with Arsenal, with a view to bringing Van Persie to the Camp Nou in the summer.
Meanwhile, Barca are adamant that they have not made any contact with the club or his agent and are remaining focused on their pursuit of the Liga and Copa del Rey.
“Nothing exists with RVP,” explained Bartomeu after Saturday’s 2-1 win over Real Sociedad.
“It’s rumours that appear in the papers. We’ve not contacted Arsenal, nor his agent.
“Our focus is now on the Liga and Copa del Rey.
“It’s necessary to be focused on the task at hand and not be distracted by the transfer market.”
