Arsene Wenger Confirms Manchester United Bid For Thomas Vermaelen

Arsene Wenger has admitted that Thomas Vermaelen is likely to leave Arsenal this summer, with Manchester United among those to have bid for the defender's services.

The 28-year-old centre-back, who made the move from Ajax to North London in 2009, has been extensively linked with both United and Barcelona this summer.

Wenger today confirmed that it is "difficult" to keep hold of Vermaelen, but says that he would prefer to sell him to a foreign club.

"Manchester United are part of the group [of bidders]. He could leave," the Gunners manager told reporters. "We have offers from abroad and ideally I would rather sell him to a club abroad. We're in a position where it's difficult to stand in his way."

Vermaelen has made over 100 appearances for Arsenal.

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Manchester United Confirm Alexander Buttner Departure

Manchester United have confirmed Alexander Buttner's departure to Dynamo Moscow for an undisclosed fee.

The Russian club revealed on Tuesday that they had agreed a deal with United for the transfer of the 25-year-old left-back.

It is understood that Moscow have paid around £4.4m for the Dutchman's services.

"Everybody at Old Trafford would like to thank Alex for his service and wish him well for his new career in Russia," read a statement on the club's official website.

Buttner moved to Old Trafford from Vitesse in 2012 before going on to make 28 appearances for the Red Devils.

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