Arsenal are still keeping
a close watch on St Etienne starlet Loic Perrin, according to
reports in France.
The Gunners have been linked with a move for the 21-year-old for
some time but his recent progression with the Saints has been
stunted by an eight month convalescence due to a knee injury.
Perrin resumed first team duties one month ago and France Football
reports that Arsenal have maintained their interest in the youth
international.
Former Gunners defender Gilles Grimandi - now a scout for the
London club - has been impressed by Perrin's performances in Ligue
1 and has reportedly been giving a glowing recommendation to his
former boss Arsene Wenger.
Perrin signed a new deal with St Etienne in December, meaning he is
now contracted to the club until 2010, but Arsenal may decide to
test the French side's resolve to keep their young star when the
transfer window opens.
