Architect United Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed the offer to Arsenal for the striker, whose contract at the Emirates Stadium left a year and has expressed intention to leave it.
Manchester City and Italian giants Juventus are also involved in this hunt, but Wenger has revealed yet none of them offer a set price close to Arsenal for the RVP, which amounted to 30 million pounds.
Apart from the possible loss of Van Persie with a status free transfer next season, Wenger has always indicated that he wanted to retain the Premier League top scorer last season. And, he also gave a warning to clubs interested to bid right before the competition begins August 18 next, not before the transfer window closed on August 31.
In a press conference which is part of pre-season tour in Malaysia for the Gunners, Wenger said: "We are very ambitious. You know it. Not only ambition, but we also have pride in running this club."
"Van Persie is a world class striker and I are admirers. I have been supportive throughout his career. He was still under contract for one year and many clubs who want it, but we were eager to defend it."
Wenger confirmed, it will take a decision which was considered best for the club. According to him, all the Arsenal transfer operations had to be completed before the time they have set.
"The official transfer deadline is August 31, but we've got your own deadlines," said Wenger.
When asked if that meant before digulirkannya new season, he replied: "Of course. For me, the activities must be completed before the transfer is the season starts."
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