Mega-rich club Anzhi Makhachkala will reportedly attempt to lure Arsenal forward Robin van Persie to Russia with a three-year deal worth £45m.
The 28-year-old Dutchman is out of contract with the Gunners in 12 months and has refused to discuss a new deal at the club until he returns from Euro 2012.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are both believed to be interested in signing Van Persie but are said to be unwilling to match his high wage demands.
Anzhi boss Guus Hiddink is also keen on the player and has been told by club owner Suleyman Kerimov that he can offer top stars tax-free wages of £300,000, according to The Mirror.
Samuel Eto'o is currently the club's highest earner, taking home a reported £385,000 each week.
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Robert Summerscales
Robert Summerscales
