Surprise surprise - Bap-titsup signs for Madrid

Last updated : 29 July 2005 By Chris Parry
We all know the issues regarding his EU passport by now, and I don't think any of the fans were convinced that he ever wanted to play for Arsenal despite the fact that Arsene Wenger pursued him right to the end.

He said today:

"I couldn't let this opportunity escape me. I am leaving a great club where I have truly become a footballer and where I have made a name for myself.

"I hope and ask for the fans to understand me, because I am both young and a professional. I have Sevilla in my heart and I am leaving with the hope of returning one day."

Like bollocks he does! - And frankly I say good riddance to bad rubbish - I don't want any player who isn't one hundred percent committed to Arsenal earning good money at my expense.

Does this mean that Arsene Wenger has a 'Plan B' in the transfer market? - Oh hang on I forget, he doesn't do those does he?