Arsenal’s Abou Diaby (Picture: Getty Images)

Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby could be line for a new deal at the club, despite only managing to play 180 games during his injury-hit career with the Gunners

The 28-year-old’s contract runs out in the summer and with his paltry appearance record, speculation was rife his stay at the Emirates would come to an end this season.

Diaby has only played twice in the last two seasons, failing to feature in the Premier League, as he battles with injuries.

Speaking ahead of Arsenal’s match against Everton on Sunday, Gunners boss Arsene Wenger revealed he plans to talk to the midfielder about his future at the club in March.

‘Diaby is progressing in training, step-by-step, but he is not in a position to play yet,’ Wenger said.

‘I will have to talk to him soon (about his contract). I plan to do it in March.’

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