Laurent Koscielny is keen to return to France. (AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal centre-back Laurent Koscielny wants to return to Lorient before the end of his career, according to the French club’s president.

The 32-year-old is in his eighth season with Arsene Wenger’s side and has helped the Gunners win three FA Cup trophies during his time at the club.

Koscielny’s current contract with Arsenal expires in 2020, but according to Lorient’s president Loic Fery, the France international is keen to return to his homeland.

Koscielny is one of Arsenal’s key stars. (AFP/Getty Images)

‘He told me last week in London that he wanted to finish his career at Lorient,’ Fery told Canal+.

‘I hope he has a few more years playing at Arsenal.’