Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny is plotting move back to France, claims Lorient chief Loic Fery: 'He told me he wants to finish his career with us'

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Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny has reportedly informed the club he wants to leave to finish his career in France with former side Lorient.

The 32-year-old, who has been at the Gunners since his £10million move back in 2010, has become a stalwart in Arsene Wenger's side for his performances in defence.

However, Koscielny seemingly has no desire to stick around in North London for the remainder of his career and has already put the wheels in motion for his exit. 

Laurent Koscielny could be on his way out of Arsenal with French side Lorient his ideal suitors

According to Lorient president Loic Fery, the France international has spoke with him about a move back home despite being under contract at the Emirates Stadium until 2020.

Fery told Canal+ Sport: 'He told me last week in London that he wanted to finish his career at Lorient.'

Koscielny joined Lorient in 2009 but spent just one season with them, making 40 appearances before he was snapped up by Wenger.

Lorient chief Loic Fery said the defender told him he wants to finish his career in France

Over the past couple of seasons he has been a vital player for Arsenal in what has been a rocky period for the club.

The vice-captain has helped them to three FA Cup victories, but they have failed to mount a serious title challenge and missed out on Champions League qualification last season.

The 32-year-old played for Lorient for one season in 2009 before moving to Arsenal for £10m

Koscielny however has earned fan favourite status, chalking up over 300 games for the club and the Gunners faithful will not want to see him leave.

Despite him making his desires to finish his career in France clear, Ferry believes the move will not happen anytime soon.

He added: 'I hope he has a few more years playing at Arsenal [first].'