BR - Necessary as it is, with FIFA fair play looming, for a club to live within its means, there remains a hefty price for playing by the rules.
In the space of a few days, Arsenal have lost their lead actor and best supporting actor of last year. While Robin van Persie exited via a deal that made some sense given his age and what remained of his contract, midfielder Alex Song has been jettisoned at a time when it is less favourable.
