Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué has accidentally revealed that Cesc Fàbregas will be moving for a fee of €33 million, however the future club of the 27-year-old isn’t officially revealed yet; despite Chelsea being THE ONLY favourites.

Piqué was at a promotional event when he discussed the future of the international midfielder with Spain coach Vicente del Bosque. Unfortunately for the pair the conversation was picked up by one of the active TV microphones on the table.

Going… going… gone!

Barcelona defender and del Bosque, the conversation started with the Spain coach saying: “About Cesc…”

Piqué added: “He already told me it’s done. He is leaving for €33 million.”

Before del Bosque said: “The [Barcelona] president isn’t going to be happy. You’re going to drive him mad, poor guy. You’re going to upset him.”

Even though it is common knowledge that Arsenal have first option on Fàbregas, they have declined to go for their former player. The Daily Telegraph believe the 27-year-old is disappointed that the Gunners haven’t tried to sign him but still expects to move to England.

Money to spend but no bid

Tim Payton, meanwhile, confirmed that chief executive Ivan Gazidis did enquire about the services of the Barcelona midfielder but it was decided to focus on other players and other areas.

Payton believes financial restraints are one of the reasons why the club can’t bring Fàbregas back to the club. However, that seems an absurd statement to make when it is worth considering that the club have at least £100 million to spend on transfer this summer, with some people reporting even more.

That means they could have brought the Spaniard back to the club, and in the process add to the feel good factor circulating at Arsenal. Fàbregas could also have been a key addition in the clubs hopes of challenging in the Premier League and Champions League.

Failing to use buy-back clause

It means the decision to insert a buy-back clause in the contract of the 27-year-old is a bizarre one, considering the club aren’t going to exercise the option. The fact that Fàbregas is likely to join one of Arsenal title rivals is another reason why the club should be doing their utmost to bring him back to the Emirates.

It seems, though, that the Barcelona man will move to Chelsea and in the process boost their hopes for the 2014/15 season and decrease our chances of silverware. When will our club learn…

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