Arsenal midfielder Andrei Arshavin is the latest player to be linked with a move to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala as the mega-rich club attempt to lure the cream of Europe to Russia.
Anzhi, who have recently made Brazilian superstar Roberto Carlos their caretaker manager, have been tracking Arshavin's situation at Arsenal for some time and are reportedly ready to make a move for the midfielder in January.
The Russia international received plenty of criticism from fans last season and after the arrival of Gervinho has found his place in the first team under threat.
Arshavin arrived from Zenit St Petersburg for £15million in 2009 and despite initially hitting the heights, has struggled to rediscover his best form.
During the summer the attacking midfielder was linked with a host of Russian clubs, but now it is Anzhi who are hoping to convince the 30-year-old to return to his homeland.
According to the latest reports Anzhi representatives have opened talks with Arshavin's agent as they attempt to land the midfielder in the January transfer window.
Arsenal will not want to lose another experienced midfielder after a difficult summer and start to the season, but may struggle to convince Arshavin to remain in north London.
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