Wenger impressed by Russia

Arsenal boss could consider move for Russia stars

Last updated: 23rd June 2008

Wenger impressed by Russia

Wenger: Impressed

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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits he has been pleasantly surprised by Russia at Euro 2008.

With Russia preparing to meet Spain in the semi-finals on Thursday, a host of European clubs, including Chelsea and Barcelona, are understood to be eyeing the stars of Guus Hiddink's side.

Arsenal have been one of many clubs rumoured to be keen on Zenit St Petersburg ace Andrei Arshavin and Wenger confesses he has been impressed by Russia.

"The eye is always looking at who can strengthen Arsenal," Wenger said in the Daily Express.

"You always think, 'could this player play for your team?' or perhaps there is a good player you didn't know.

"Mainly I would say that you discovered only Russian players at this tournament because you see them playing less. All the others you know."