In this photograph taken on June 28, 2014, Chile's forward AlexisSanchez dribbles the ball during the Round of 16 football match betweenBrazil and Chile at The Mineirao Stadium in Belo Horizonte during the2014 FIFA World Cup.
July 9, 2014
Chile World Cup star Alexis Sanchez agrees Arsenal deal
LONDON, July 10, 2014 (AFP) – Chile’s star World Cup striker Alexis Sanchez agreed to join Arsenal on Thursday on a long-term contract for an undisclosed fee, the English Premier League side announced.
Sanchez, 25, joins Arsenal from Barcelona where he made a total of 88 appearances, scoring 39 goals during his three seasons with the Catalan side.
“I’m so happy to be joining Arsenal, a club which has a great manager, a fantastic squad of players, huge support around the world and a great stadium in London,” said Sanchez.
“I’m looking forward to meeting my new team-mates and to be playing for Arsenal in the Premier League and Champions League. I will give my best to Arsenal and want to make all the supporters happy.”