When Arsene Wenger turned down the opportunity to sign former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas for £30m, many Gunners fans thought their boss had lost it. Having seen transfer window after transfer window with little impact until late August, it’s hard to blame them. But as Arsenal close in on Alexis Sanchez for the exact same fee, Wenger’s decision has been vindicated. VIDEO Scroll down to watch Alexis Sanchez freestyle during Chile training On his way: Sanchez left his holiday early and landed in London to sign for Arsenal London calling: But Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas moved to Chelsea, not Arsenal
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Alexis Sanchez set to sign for Arsenal in £30million deal
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Transfer will go through once Barcelona sign Luis Suarez
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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger declined chance to re-sign Cesc Fabregas
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Sanchez capture vindicates Wenger's decision to snub Fabregas
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