[Beefy 1965]

Still can't see Gibbs happening
At his Presso this morning he explained he had reports back about Gibbs that were unfavorable

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Wages the problem with Gibbs

West Bromwich Albion remain keen on signing out of favour Arsenal left back Kieran Gibbs, according to the Mirror.

The Baggies’ only significant outlay this summer has been £12m on Southampton forward Jay Rodriguez so far, and manager Tony Pulis is keen to strengthen his squad before the end of the transfer window.

They will however face a challenge in trying to convince Gibbs to lower his salary demands. The Mirror believe Watford pulled out of the running to sign the 27 year old because he wouldn’t compromise on his £80,000 a week wages he is currently paid at Arsenal.

The Gunners are keen to offload the defender with the player having only a year left on his contract, but if the full back continues to refuse to take a pay cut, he could decide to see out the remaining 12 months of his deal and leave on a free transfer next summer.

Gibbs is unlikely to be selected by manager Arsene Wenger unless there is an injury crisis. The left wing back role is currently occupied by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain but new signing Sead Kolasinac and Nacho Monreal could also be used in that position before the England international is even considered.

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Heres someone who has not been tweeting over the summer but has become active for the last month or so
Usually a reliable source;

james duffy‏ @barryd19651 2h2 hours ago
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Steven B‏ @StevenWBA 2h2 hours ago
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Close to 3 or 4 mate, as TP confirmed earlier. Stalemate for weeks. Just need green light.