Arsenal are no strangers to transfer setbacks which leave a lingering smog of regret, envy, bitterness and fury all rolled into one. The sales of Robin Van Persie to Manchester United and Samir Nasri to Manchester City were those which particularly induced fury out of exasperated Gunners. That anger was largely vented in the direction of the players in question, but the imminent departure of Aaron Ramsey has left supporters bemused at the club's hierarchy rather than the Wales international. Allowing him to leave on a free transfer appears illogical and foolish given the wealth of his talent and transfer value, but that is the reality which lies ahead. His excellent all-round display...
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