Fiorentina deny Chamakh approach, set Jovetic price tag

Fiorentina have denied making a bid for Arsenal striker Marouane Chamakh, claiming that the player’s salary put them off. This follows Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger reportedly saying that Fiorentina had made an offer for Chamakh.

Sporting director Daniele Prade told SportItalia:

"“Have we made an offer for Chamakh? We have not made one because he earns 3million euros (per season).”"

Meanwhile, they have set a price tag for their in demand forward Stevan Jovetic of 30 million euros. Arsenal were amongst a lot of clubs believed to be interested in Jovetic, but it is likely that the high price tag will put Arsene Wenger off. The only way that I could see that move happening is if Arsenal offered a bit of cash plus Chamakh, but Chamakh would have to lower his wage demands it seems.