Wenger - Almunia close to call-up
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger believes goalkeeper Manuel Almunia is close to winning his first ever Spanish call-up.
The 30-year-old keeper is currently The Gunners' first-choice shot-stopper after fending off Jens Lehmann following his return to fitness following injury.
Wenger sees no reason why Almunia's age should count against him and feels his attitude has played a major part in his development over the years.
When was asked whether Almunia was not far from being called-up by Luis Aragones, Wenger told the club's official website: "He is not. |