Even if the Russian deal is approved, Mr Mittal can still scupper it, by buying 73% of Arcelor shares through his own tender offer before it expires in July.

• 即便与俄罗斯人的合并案获得通过，米塔尔仍可以在7月份收购要约失效以前通过购买阿塞洛73%25的股权来达成自己的目标。