adminLONDON. – Petr Cech will save Arsenal “12 to 15 points a season” if he joins from English champions Chelsea, according to Blues skipper John Terry. The Gunners have long been reported as eyeing a deal to bring Cech across London from their Premier League rivals, with the goalkeeper now playing understudy to Thibault Courtois at Stamford Bridge.
Cech (33) is reported to have agreed personal terms in principle on a switch to the Emirates Stadium but the two clubs are still not close to agreeing a fee and negotiations will continue this week.
The transfer fee is unknown but it will be a cash only deal, with Chelsea’s request to receive a home-grown player as part of the proposed transfer no longer being considered.
But there is no denying the contribution Cech has made to Chelsea’s success since his arrival from Rennes in 2004 and club captain Terry believes the 33-year-old still has plenty to offer in top-flight football.
Terry, in an interview with Britain’s talkSPORT radio from China, where the Chelsea centre-half is on a promotional tour, said of Cech: “I am sure if he does leave the club, which nobody wants to see, but we understand he wants to play football, he is going to be sorely missed.
“He will improve whatever side he goes to,” added Terry in an interview broadcast on Monday.
The former England defender added: “There is obviously talk of Arsenal signing Petr and if they do get Pete, that will strengthen them for sure. He will save them 12 to 15 points a season.”
Cech is said to be grateful to Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich for allowing him to move to whatever club he chooses, even though that is now likely to be London rivals Arsenal.-Sky Sports.
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