Alexis Sanchez signs for Arsenal

Alexis Sanchez wearing the Arsenal kit

Arsenal today officially announced the signing of Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez from Barcelona. According to various reports, the fee for the talented forward is neighbouring £30 million, which may rise further based on various incentives. The club has kept the amount “undisclosed”.

This will serve as the Gunners’ second big coup in as many seasons after they were able to nab Mesut Ozil from Real Madrid last season.

Arsenal will be particularly happy with the signing as they reportedly fended off Liverpool, who were also said to be interested in the services of the ex-Udinese man.

Sanchez is coming off his best season at the Camp Nou, where he notched 21 goals and 15 assists last season. This signing would surely bolster the frontline for Arsenal and provide depth to the squad.

Arsene Wenger expressed great delight at the completion of this deal, which they hope will propel them to the title this season. The Gunners led the league for 128 days last season, only to fade away during the final stretch and finish fourth.

It's official! Alexis Sanchez has agreed to join @Arsenal! http://t.co/EL64o0m3j7 pic.twitter.com/gbDWNgdo2y

— Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) July 10, 2014