“He’s now free to join Arsenal, his time is up at Barcelona and I’ve decided to release him with immediate effect”- Barcelona President Joan Laporta has decided to release Arsenal’s target and Arteta’s most wanted Barca player on a free transfer this evening

“His time at Barcelona is up, and I’ve decided to release him with immediate effect. He can now join Arsenal.”- Barcelona President Joan Laporta has made the decision to grant Arteta’s most desired Barcelona player, who is Arsenal’s goal, a free transfer tonight evening.

Arsenal is on high alert while Barcelona decides what to do with its best player.

According to sources in Spain, Barcelona has opted not to extend Sergi Roberto’s contract, thus Arsenal will need to be on guard.

The status of the 31-year-old has been under observation by the Gunners, who reportedly made an enquiry for the versatile midfielder last month, according to reports from Spain.