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Arsenal's Sagna would welcome 'gifted' Gervinho

Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna hopes the club can secure the services of talented Lille striker Gervinho.

The Ivory Coast international is in talks with the Gunners about a summer move and Sagna has backed the proposed move saying it would be great to have such a 'gifted' player at the Emirates.

"I've heard about him. He's a gifted player," he told RMC Radio.

"This season, he was a key player for Lille, and really help his team to be champion.

"He's got a wonderful technique on a football field, and I'm sure he would be welcome."

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