Arsenal's majority shareholder Stan Kroenke has reportedly decided to turn down an alleged $1.3bn (£1bn) offer from fellow shareholder Alisher Usmanov. On Friday, it was claimed that the Russian oligarch - worth an estimated £11bn - had made the bid to take full control of the Gunners, with Kroenke currently owning a 67% share. However, according to Sky Sports News, Kroenke has no intention of selling up at the Emirates Stadium and is said to be intending to remain at the club on a long-term basis. Usmanov's interest in acquiring a larger share at the North London outfit is no secret as he currently plays no part in the decison-making at the club. American business entrepreneur Kroenke...
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