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Arsenal boss Wenger: Van Persie looks good for Barcelona action

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger will not risk Robin van Persie if he isn't fully fit for their clash at Barcelona.

Wenger revealed there would be no risks taken with 14-goal striker Van Persie, who has been plagued by injury setbacks in recent seasons.

"Van Persie is here as a player and will have a test tomorrow. We are 19 here in he squad. Whether Van Persie will be included has not been decided yet," Wenger said.

"He has made quick progress in the last three days. This morning he was really unlikely to travel.

"He wanted to have a go. We made a test and it was quite positive. We will see how he responds to that and I will make a decision tomorrow morning."

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