The tricks of the transfer window are what make this period so exciting and frustrating. It is not just a battle of negotiation between clubs but a tactical war of words at times.
Arsenal have been on the receiving end of plenty of disappointing moments where a player seemed to be linked forever before either staying or moving elsewhere. Names such as Sebastien Frey or Yann M’Vila come to mind.
However, it is not just those higher up in the clubs doing the work but the media have opened a corridor for players to get in on the act. Often those who are not even being linked with the move.
