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LONDON (AFP) - Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits he is concerned about spending big money on star signings in case it blocks the development of his young Gunners. While Premier League rivals Manchester United and Chelsea have once again splashed the cash in the close season transfer market, Wenger has opted to take a more low key approach. The Frenchman has shunned high-profile transfers despite having a substantial transfer warchest, signing two emerging youngsters in France playmaker Samir Nasri and Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey so far this pre-season. Wenger has been considering a move for Aston Villa midfielder Gareth Barry, who is valued at 18 million pounds (22.6 million euros), but he doesn't want to stop the progress of his own youngsters like Abou Diaby and Denilson. "Of course I am in a position where I can spend... [read full story]
