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New Barcelona board refuse to give up on Arsenal ace Cesc

Barcelona's new board have declared they are serious about moving for Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas.

New president Sandro Rosell continues to shape his team ahead of the new season after taking over from outgoing Barca boss Joan Laporta.

There are also roles for Narcis Julia, Albert Puig and former player Guillermo Amor.

The three will work alongside sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta and the new board to strengthen the playing squad.

And one of his chief goals will be to bring Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas to the Nou Camp.

"Our objective is for him to become a Barcelona player this summer," vice president Josep Maria Bartomeu said at a press conference.

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