2. Gonzalo Higuain:
The Argentine who joined Napoli from Real Madrid was on Arsenal’s radar before Rafael Benitez snapped him up. Earlier reports by major tabloids claim Arsene Wenger had a 23m deal reached for Higuain before Napoli’s interest sky rocketed the price. Higuain however beats a different tone, claiming he is grateful to have join Napoli.
He said, (Source: Express)
“I am very grateful to Napoli, to the president, too, for everything he has done for me, and for everything he did to buy me quickly. Knowing how much I was wanted gave me a lot of confidence. The manager spoke very well to me too. He is one of the reasons that convinced me to come. He is a sincere person, an honest person. The things he said have to remain between us, but he made it a very easy decision.”