NO MARIO MOVE: Arsene Wenger claims Arsenal are not interested in signing Mario Balotelli [GETTY]

The Gunners have been linked with a sensational £25m swoop for the former Manchester City forward, who is keen on a return to the Premier League.

Wenger, according to reports, met with the Italian's agent, Mino Raiola, to discuss a potential deal.

But the Arsenal boss has denied this and insisted a move for Balotelli is currently not on the agenda.

"No. No, that's pure invention," Wenger told beIN Sports.

COY: Wenger was giving nothing away with regards to arrivals at the club [GETTY]

"We cannot believe absolutely everything that is on internet or is in newspapers.

"Sometimes it's created by agents or by press who needs news. But in that case, it's not true."

It is understood Wenger is hoping to add five new players to his squad ahead of the new season.

Barcelona winger Alexis Sanchez and Toulouse right-back Serge Aurier are among those wanted by Wenger.