The 26-year-old completed his move to QPR in the January window, and the Arsenal boss admits he didn't think the striker would be available
Arsene Wenger admits he was surprised by Southampton being able to sign Charlie Austin for £4 million.
The 26-year-old completed his move to Ronald Koeman’s side during the winter transfer window and scored the winning goal during his debut to seal a 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Austin could be given his first start against Arsenal on Tuesday night and the Arsenal boss admits he was surprised that the striker was available.
“Yes. I was surprised how cheap he was,” said Wenger.
“I was surprised that he was on the market and not many teams came in for him. He has shown his value straight away when he came on against Man United [to score the winner].”
- Goal