Arsene Wenger requests funds to sign Barcelona star Sergio Busquets

ARSENE WENGER has set his sights on Barcelona's Sergio Busquets, according to reports.

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Sergio Busquets is said to be top of Arsene Wenger's shortlist

Wenger has reportedly drawn up a list of potential summer targets to present to the directors.

And according to spanish newspaper Sport, top of the list is Barcelona defensive midfielder Sergio Busquets.

The report suggests Wenger sees the experienced midfielder as a player who could bring balance to the Gunners' midfield.

And it's understood he could be used to help develop Arsenal's Francis Coquelin, who impressed on his return from a loan spell at Charlton last season.

Arsenal are said to be willing to meet the wage demands of the 27-year-old to secure his services.

However, Barcelona boss Luis Enrique may not be keen to sell Busquets given his already tough stance over the reported sale of Pedro.

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