Arshavin Arsenal Specials
With a cry of “I Am Gooner!” Andrei Arshavin finally confirmed his long-awaited transfer to Arsenal and bookie Paddy Power is offering 7/2 the Russian instantly finds a place in Gooners’ hearts with a goal against rivals Spurs on Sunday.
The bookie, official betting partner to Arsenal, is also offering 5/1 that Arshavin’s impact is so great that he ends up being named Arsenal’s Player of the Year with just the second half of the season under his belt.
Arsenal are now Evens for a top four finish in the Champions League with Arshavin’s much needed arrival expected to bolster Arsenal’s injury-ravaged midfield, trimming their odds from 21/20. Aston Villa remain favourites for a Champions League spot at 8/11 from 4/6.
Darren Haines, spokesman for Paddy Power, said: “The wait for this transfer has gone on longer than a Russian winter so it would be the typical ending to see Arshavin score against Spurs and instantly win himself a place in the hearts of Arsenal fans.“
Arshavin Arsenal Bets
10/3 Score on his debut
7/2 Score against Spurs this weekend
5/1 Arsenal Player of the Season
11/4 Arsenal.com February Player of the Month
33/1 Arsenal top Premier League Scorer this season
10/1 Nominated in Premier League team of the year
80/1 PFA Player for the Year
