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Arsenal forward Andrey Arshavin has decided to dispense
with the services of agent Dennis Lachter, after coming to the
conclusion that their business partnership was no longer
working.
The Russian international joined the Emirates Stadium outfit
from Zenit St Petersburg at the beginning of February for £15
million, and enjoyed an explosive start to his Premier League
career, netting six league goals in 12 appearances, including four
against Liverpool at Anfield.
However, the diminutive playmaker's relationship with Lachter is
believed to have broken down due to the latter's decision to
conduct his business from Israel following the birth of his
son.
Arshavin has cited 'operational problems' as a major reason
behind his choice to go it alone.
"Recently I sent a formal letter to Dennis Lachter, which said
that I do not want him to continue to represent me and that I will
act on my own behalf," said the Gunners forward in a statement.
"This is no way associated with my Arsenal contract. On the
contrary, I want to express my deep gratitude for Lachter's help in
moving to the English club.
"But now I am having operational problems and Dennis, who has a
newborn son, lives in Israel and cannot always be close to me, so
it is easier to solve all these problems myself."