Arsenal transfer news LIVE updates: Wenger discusses Sanchez future, Thomas Lemar latest

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Thursday 3 August

Monaco to plot Alexis Sanchez move

23:00: Monaco will reportedly try and use Arsenal’s interest in Thomas Lemar to push for a deal for Alexis Sanchez.

Arsenal have been exploring a deal for Thomas Lemar, with Arsene Wenger keen to shore up his midfield options.

Meanwhile, Sanchez, who has one year left to run on his present contract, has yet to agree a new deal.

Paris Saint-Germain were previously tracking the Chilean before they thrashed out a £198million deal for Neymar.

And now according to The Sun, Monaco are weighing up a £45m bid.

Arsene Wenger on Alexis Sanchez

22.00: Arsene Wenger has hit back at talk over Alexis Sanchez’s Arsenal future, insisting it would be ‘suicide’ to do so.

Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain are both interested in signing him, with the former prepared to offer him weekly wages close to £400,000.

Sanchez returned to training for the Gunners on Tuesday, and looked to be in good spirits, even appearing to kiss the club badge.

And Wenger has explained why he doesn’t want to be drawn into the debate over whether Sanchez stays or leaves.

“We know we have a duty to inform people, but to talk about some things is not information anymore - it is suicide," he said.

Lemar transfer boost

19.05: Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim has admitted the club could struggle to keep the likes of Thomas Lemar and Kylian Mbappe.

"All the players who were important last season are important to keep for the club,” Jardim told reporters.

"But it has been shown over the years that it's not always possible to keep the players, and you know how our project works.

"So our goal is to work well with players who will stay here after the transfer window closes."

Neymar shirts being burnt

18:15: Barcelona fans are burning shirts with Neymar’s name on the back after his £200million move - the latest exchange rate figure - was confirmed.

The club announced today have accepted a payment of 222 million euros from Neymar's legal representatives "with regards to the unilateral termination of the contract that united both parties".

And supporters reacted by posting pics of burning Neymar shirts all over Twitter.

Cash in on Sanchez

16.45: Arsenal should sell Alexis Sanchez and use the funds to sign Thomas Lemar and a new centre-half, according to Charlie Nicholas.

"If you can sell your best ever player in Thierry Henry, and your second greatest in Patrick Vieira, then I'd rather you sold a player playing silly games over his future," Nicholas told Sky Sports.

"Sanchez has asked Arsenal for similar wages to Cristiano Ronaldo but he is not in the same world!

"It's not about what you lose, it's about how you replace it.

"They could sell £100million worth of players, sign Thomas Lemar and finally get a top-class centre-back and be in a stronger position."

Perez on his way

16:00 When asked if Arsene Wenger saw Lucas Perez's future elsewhere, he replied: "Yes, because we have a congestion of strikers.

"I don't like to lose him because, for me, he's a top-quality striker but we have many strikers. At some stage, too much competition is not competition any more.

"You cannot give the chance to everybody, so if he finds a satisfying solution at least for a short time, he will do it."

Wenger provides contract updates

14:50: Arsene Wenger says there’s nothing to announce" on any new deals for players including Mesut Ozil, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Jack Wilshere and Kieran Gibbs, who have he final year of their respective contracts.

But revealed he expects forward Lucas Perez to leave.

When asked if he saw Perez's future elsewhere, Wenger replied: "Yes, because we have a congestion of strikers.

"I don't like to lose him because, for me, he's a top-quality striker but we have many strikers. At some stage, too much competition is not competition any more.

"You cannot give the chance to everybody, so if he finds a satisfying solution at least for a short time, he will do it."

More Wenger on Alexis

14:10: Arsene Wenger continued to discuss Alexis Sanchez during today’s press conference.

Asked about how the Chilean was coping mentally, Wenger said: “He's been good n training, he had a good rest. 

“He needs to work on his fitness but once he's in the game he's sharp. He looks like he's never been away. 

“He's over the flu yes. I told you that's never a problem for us. The frame of mind is quite easy you focus on the game.

“This career passed quickly in your life, you enjoy every single moment.”

Sanchez going nowhere - Wenger

13:25: Arsene Wenger has confirmed that Alexis Sanchez will remain with Arsenal next season.

The Chile international only returned to pre-season on Tuesday after being handed an extended break following the Confederations Cup.

And rumours continue to circulate about his future with rivals Manchester City monitoring his situation.

But Wenger reiterated that Sanchez would NOT be sold, and the player would have to accept his decision.

He said: ”He is focused. My decision is clear, he will stay. He will accept that."

Theo’s post backfires

12:35: Theo Walcott posted a picture on Twitter of himself holding a snake yesterday - only for it to spectacularly backfire.

The Arsenal star looks cagey as he holds the snake’s head with the body draped around his neck.

Walcott posted two emojis alongside the picture - one of a snake and the other of a flushed face.

But fans reacted by turning the tables and hitting out at his wantaway team-mate Alexis Sanchez.

Scores of supporters likened Sanchez to the snake with one writing: “How was Alexis today?” Another added: “Is that Sanchez?”

The 28-year-old is reportedly wanted by the likes of Manchester City and Paris St-Germain and has less than one year to run on his current contract with the Gunners.

Giroud still on Everton radar

11:45: Everton are ready to take their summer spending to an astonishing £200MILLION.

The Mirror say Everton will take their summer outlay towards £200m by wrapping up a deal for Gylfi Sigurdsson and making TWO more signings.

Express Sport understands talks between the Toffees and Swansea are continuing with a £50m resolution expected in the next few days.

Koeman is also interested in Arsenal hitman Olivier Giroud and Crystal Palace forward Christian Benteke.

The Dutchman also wants another defender with Ashley Willians turning 33 and Phil Jagielka hitting 35 this month.

Arsenal far from title contenders - Nicholas

10:40: Can Arsenal win the Premier League title? Charlie Nicholas doesn’t think so.

The Sky Sports pundit believes Manchester City are the leading contenders, and Arsene Wenger’s side are “some way off.”

Asked if Arsenal were capable of stepping up to the plate, Nicholas said: “That's the simple question right now. Forget the Europa League, it's all about the Premier League and taking on the big spenders, led by Manchester City. 

“I fear there are some way off because of the confusion at the club. Arsene Wenger used the wrong terminology when suggesting they are in an ideal situation with the contracts.

“Wenger is caught in a difficult place because he's such a loyal guy and, while I have no issue with him being prudent, he said he would analyse it all at the end of the campaign but he's still not addressed the defensive issues. 

“I stand by what I said last season, they don't have the best XI, maybe not the best 15, but the squad is among the best around.”

Sancho heading to London

09:50: Manchester City teenager Jadon Sancho has NOT trained with the club since last week, and has traveled to London to force though a move, reports suggest.

The Independent claim Sancho, 17, is being tracked by North London duo Arsenal and Tottenham, and is open to joining either.

Sancho wants out of the Etihad as he hopes to find a clearer pathway to first-team football than he has so far been unable to achieve at City.

The Manchester Evening News claim Manchester United are also interested in the talented midfielder.

Wilshere wants to stay, Arsenal have other ideas

09:00: Jack Wilshere is prepared to stay and fight for his Arsenal future.

The England international has entered the final year of his Emirates contract, and has NOT been offered an extension.

The Telegraph claim Arsene Wenger is willing to sell the 25-year-old, but Wilshere thinks he can still salvage his career in North London.

He’s returned to full training this week following his broken leg, but is unlikely to feature in Arsenal’s early Premier League fixtures.

Sevilla in for £13m Perez

08:00: Sevilla have joined the battle to sign Arsenal striker Lucas Perez, according to his agent Rodrigo Fernandez Lovelle.

The Spaniard’s representative also revealed that Arsenal value Perez at £13.4million.

Two clubs in Spain are already in contact with Arsenal to get the transfer of Perez," he said.

"Sevilla want to sign him in addition to Deportivo La Coruna, a German team and Fenerbahce, but Perez has a three-year contract with Arsenal. 

“Arsenal wants 15 million euros for Lucas Perez the club that wants to close the transfer must convince Arsenal, we have no problem.

"Lucas Perez wants to start a team that can be Sevilla, Fenerbahce or another."

Arsenal in the hunt for Max Meyer

05:30: Arsenal have joined the race to sign Max Meyer, reports claim.

The Schalke star has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past.

And according to RevierSport, the Gunners along with Liverpool and Tottenham are showing an interest.

When asked about his future recently, Meyer said: “It is not the case that I want to leave come what may.

"As things stand [I will stay], but you can never say for sure when you have one year left on your contract and the transfer window is open for another couple of months."

Arsenal's failed Ousmane Dembele bid

04:00: Borussia Dortmund have rejected an offer from Arsenal for wing wizard Ousmane Dembele, reports have said. 

Arsenal are attempting to sign a winger with Arsene Wenger determined to add more firepower to his squad for the forthcoming campaign.

The Gunners are growing increasingly likely to lose Alexis Sanchez, with the Chile star's contract up next year.

Express Sport understands Paris Saint-Germain will launch a £35million bid for him once they have completed the signing of Neymar.

Arsenal have spent the summer hunting Monaco winger Thomas Lemar, but Leonardo Jardim's side have so far managed to retain the France international.

But Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo say they have failed with a bid to sign Dembele.

Thomas Lemar latest

02:00: Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim has tried to brush aside talk linking Thomas Lemar with a move away from the club.

Thomas Lemar has been heavily linked with a summer move to Arsenal.

Monaco are holding out for a fee of £50million for the highly-rated midfielder, who helped them win the Ligue 1 title and reach the semi-finals of the Champions League last term.

And Jardim has tried to kill off suggestions of a move for the 21-year-old.

“All the players who were important last season are important to keep for the club,” Jardim said.

“But it has been showed over the years that it's not always possible to keep the players, and you know how our project works.

Wednesday 2 August

Emi Martinez leaves on loan

23.45: Arsenal have announced Emi Martinez has joined La Liga side Getafe on loan for the 2017/18 season.

Martinez didn't play in the Emirates Cup over the weekend and wasn't spotted in training earlier today.

And Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has decided to send him out on loan to gain more experience abroad.

Arsenal said in a statement: "The 24-year-old made five first team appearances for us last season, keeping three clean sheets.

"He featured twice in the Premier League, impressing and keeping a clean sheet in the 3-0 home win over West Ham United.”

Sanchez Barca return

21.15: Barcelona are reportedly looking at Alexis Sanchez as a potential replacement for Neymar.

The Brazil international is nearing a record-breaking £200m move to Paris Saint-Germain.

And Spanish outlet Don Balon claim the La Liga side could bring Sanchez back to the Nou Camp, three years after he departed the club.

Juventus forward Paulo Dybala has also been linked.

Ospina's going nowhere

18.45: David Ospina has said he wants to remain at Arsenal this season, despite reports linking him with a move.

"I have a contract here, I'm happy and I'm going to fight to the end," he told Spanish newspaper AS Diario.

"I want to continue and win a job.

"That's what I'm working for, I've been working for three years and now I'm waiting for the opportunity."

Wilshere urged to leave

17:30: Former Arsenal forward Paul Mariner believes Jack Wilshere should leave the club.

The 25-year-old has been told he can leave the Emirates Stadium and has attracted interest, but Arsenal are demanding a fee in the region of £20million.

Mariner told ESPN FC: “Yeah, it is [time for him to leave Arsenal].

“What I didn’t like from Wilshere is he wants to stay in London.

“I mean look you go play your football wherever you’re going to play your football.

“I just don’t like that from him. I think he’s got to spread his wings.

“To be honest as an Englishman and an ex-Arsenal player I’d like to see him just spread his wings totally and go abroad.”

New Arsenal contract

15:45: Zech Medley has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal.

The 17-year-old defender joined our academy as a scholar last season.

Aguero to Arsenal?

15:00: Manchester City are considering offering Sergio Aguero to Arsenal in a bid to convince them to sell Alexis Sanchez.

The Gambling Times claim City are prepared to offload Aguero to the Gunners in order to finally sign Sanchez.

They say City's hierarchy would prefer to keep hold of the Argentine but fear he could become unhappy with his role in the upcoming campaign.

City don't have a problem with selling Aguero to Arsenal as they don't consider them as realistic title contenders.

Giroud set to stay

14:05: Olivier Giroud is edging closer to making a decision on his future and it looks to be good news for Arsenal supporters.

Following the arrival of Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon last month Giroud's future was thrown into further doubt with him likely to fall down the pecking order.

Giroud has previously admitted leaving Arsenal is an option.

At one stage it looked like Giroud was set to call time on his spell with the Gunners, but French publication Le10 Sport claim he is now prepared to stay.

They say he has been mulling over his future and assessing where he stands in Wenger's plans for the upcoming season with Lacazette in the fold and he is willing to fight for his place.

Neymar knock-on?

11:58: Neymar’s move to Paris Saint-Germain could have an effect on Arsenal.

Express Sport exclusively revealed on Sunday that PSG will make a £35m bid for Alexis Sanchez as soon as they have smashed the world transfer record to sign Neymar.

Arsene Wenger will be hoping Neymar fails his medical then!

Wenger tells Sanchez no City move

09:40: Arsene Wenger has told Alexis Sanchez that he will not be sold to another Premier League club this summer.

Sanchez returned to training yesterday after his holiday and complaints of flu to be told by the Arsenal manager that he will not be allowed to join Manchester City or Chelsea.

That is despite the Chile international threatening to run down his contract and leave on a free transfer next summer.

But The Times say while Wenger will not sell to a domestical rival he has not completely ruled out flogging Sanchez to a foreign club if Arsenal receive a big offer before the transfer window closes at the end of this month.

Arsenal make big offer for Caen star Karamoh

08:00: Arsenal have offered more money than Inter Milan to Caen star Yann Karamoh, according to journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.

Arsenal and Tottenham have both been linked with summer swoops for the Caen star, who scored five goals for the Ligue 1 side last season.

Manager Arsene Wenger is keen on the 19-year-old to fill the void left by Lucas Perez's impending departure.

Perez is said to be in talks with Turkish side Fenerbahce about a move away from north London, just 12 months after he arrived from La Liga side Deportivo La Coruna.

As a result, Wenger has turned his attentions to Ivorian Karamoh, who starred for Caen as they finished seventh last season.

And Di Marzio says the Gunners have presented an offer with a higher salary than the one Serie A giants Inter have.

Arsenal players convinced Alexis Sanchez wants out

06:00: Arsenal players think Alexis Sanchez is desperate to quit the Emirates after returning to training on Tuesday, according to stunning reports.

Arsenal star Sanchez has been regularly linked with moves to Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich throughout the summer. 

Express Sport understands PSG are willing to launch a £35million for the Chile international, but only after they have completed a sensational £196m deal for Barcelona winger Neymar.

Sanchez returned to training on Tuesday after initially delaying his return due to illness. 

And the Daily Mail claim the 28-year-old left members of the squad in no doubt that he has made up his mind to call time on his Arsenal career.

Real Madrid worried about Vasquez

04:00: Real Madrid are worried Lucas Vasquez could leave, with Arsenal among the clubs keen to sign him.

That's according to Diario Gol, who say the winger is on the Gunners' radar.

However, manager Zinedine Zidane is desperate to keep him.

The report says the Frenchman is concerned that he would struggle to sign a replacement.

Alexis Sanchez wants Man City move

03:00: Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez has made a move to Manchester City his No1 priority.

The Daily Mail claim he wants a reunion with Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.

PSG are also in the mix for his signature.

But Sanchez wants a move to the Etihad instead. 

Perry Groves has his say on Mesut Ozil

02:00: Arsenal star Mesut Ozil isn’t attracting interest from other Premier League clubs, simply because he doesn’t fit their style of play.

That is the verdict of former Arsenal star Perry Groves.

Groves insists the German’s work rate is a major factor as to why some clubs would be against putting in a bid for him.

“I think it comes down to what other clubs are looking for,” Groves told bwin.

“Liverpool, City, Chelsea and Spurs probably don't need Ozil as he doesn't suit their style of play.

Manchester United signing Lukaku better than Chelsea and Arsenal landing Morata and Lacazette

01:00: Arsenal legend Perry Groves thinks Manchester United signing Romelu Lukaku will prove himself to be a better signing than Chelsea and Arsenal forwards Alvaro Morata and Alexandre Lacazette.

"Lukaku is only 24, he gets better with every season he plays and has proven Premier League experience compared to the other two," he told bwin. 

"He's playing with better players and will have more goalscoring opportunities. 

"The knock against him has been that he can't do it in the big games but to be honest, with no disrespect to Everton, in the big games they had less of the ball and less opportunities for Lukaku. 

"Now he's playing for a big club, he'll score in more big games because United will win more big games. If United win the league, £75m is nothing."

Tuesday 1 August

Sanchez Instagram boost

22:15: Alexis Sanchez has given Arsenal fans reasons to be cheerful with his latest Instagram post.

The Chilean, who still hasn't signed a contract extension with Arsenal, shared a picture of him in training, along with the caption: "Back to training!"

Sanchez could be in contention to appear in Arsenal's Community Shield clash against Chelsea on Sunday.

His potential availability would be a significant boost to Wenger, who remains adamant Sanchez will not leave the club this summer.

Arsenal set for busy month

22:11: Arsenal are in for a busy end to the transfer window, claims Sky Sports presenter Dharmesh Sheth.

Arsenal want to sign Thomas Lemar, having already failed to land his Monaco team-mate Kylian Mbappe.

“Now it still could be pretty busy at Arsenal with regard to big name arrivals at the Emirates,” Sheth said on Sky Sports.

“We’ve talked about so many players who could potentially be leaving Arsenal but the name Thomas Lemar will not go away.

“Arsenal remain interested in the Monaco winger despite Monaco’s insistence the player is not for sale.

“Arsenal have had two bids rejected already, the latest being £40m.”

Walcott must stay

18:09: Perry Groves says Arsenal should keep Theo Walcott as they don’t possess anyone who can influence the game like him in the last 20 minuets.

"Theo needs to work out what he wants,” Groves told Bwin.

“The question is whether he’s going to get first team football.

“I would keep him because he's versatile, he can play wide or centrally.

“Unless he comes and says he wants to leave, we need to keep him as he offers something in the final 20-30 minutes that very few players can offer, pace and finishing."

Agent: We are in talks with Fenerbahce

16:45: Fenerbahce are leading the charge to sign Arsenal forward Lucas Perez and have been in talks with the Gunners for months, his agent Rodrigo Fernandez Lovelle has claimed.

A number of clubs have been linked with the winger, including his former side Deportivo La Coruna and Newcastle United.

However, Perez's agent Rodrigo Fernandez Lovelle has denied receiving any offers from the Premier League, insisting Fenerbahce are leading the charge for his signature.

“We are in talks with Fenerbahce but Arsene Wenger does not want a loan move,” Lovelle told website TurkishFootball.

“Wenger wants €15m [£13.4m] for Lucas. He still has another three-years on his contract so Arsenal hold all the cards.

“Fenerbahce, two Spanish teams and a Bundesliga side have made an offer for Lucas.

“Fenerbahce are the most serious and we have been in talks for two months.”

Inter want Gunners target

16:18: Arsenal target Yann Karamoh could join Inter Milan in the next two days.

Inter are desperate to sign the winger and Tuttosport claim manager Luciano Spalletti is furious that a deal has not already been done.

Arsenal are on the lookout for attacking talent but had an £87m bid for Kylian Mbappe rejected by Monaco.

On Sunday it was reported that Karamoh had been targeted, with Caen demanding £9m for their star 19-year-old who is out of contract next summer.

Thomas Lemar to Arsenal latest

15:32: Arsenal may have to sell seven of their outcasts before doing a deal for Thomas Lemar.

The Sun say a move for the Monaco star has been put on hold because Arsene Wenger hasn’t been able to trim his squad.

It’s claimed the seven flops - Jack Wilshere, David Ospina, Kieran Gibbs, Carl Jenkinson, Lucas Perez, Calum Chambers and Mathieu Debuchy - may all need to leave the club in order for Lemar to be signed.

Bookies expect Lemar to Arsenal soon

14:55: Thomas Lemar is edging closer to becoming an Arsenal player this summer, according to the bookies.

“After weeks of speculation it looks like Arsenal are finally on the verge of signing Monaco starlet Thomas Lemar,” a BetStars spokesperson said. 

“The Gunners are now the clear odds-on favourites at 8/13 to complete a deal for the talented Frenchman. 

"Their nearest market rivals Liverpool are now complete outsiders at 13/2. 

"The chance to play Premier League football under the tutelage of Arsene Wenger could prove too good an opportunity to turn down for Lemar. 

"We expect to see him in an Arsenal shirt sooner rather than later.”

Arsenal contracts expiring next summer

13:30: While many Arsenal fans are focused on who will be arriving at the Emirates this transfer window, Arsene Wenger should be more concerned about who could leave next summer.

It is well-known that Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil are currently stalling over new deals, but they are just two of 10 players with contracts expiring in 2018.

The Gunners manager could be faced with a very empty dressing room if he can't tempt these stars to put pen to paper on new deals.

Catch up on all the Gunners players who could be out of contract next summer here.

Mustafi considered snubbed Arsenal

11:42: Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi admits he nearly rejected another move to England after his nightmare two-and-a-half years at Everton.

The German international joined the Gunners in a £35million deal last summer.

“To be honest at the beginning I thought I was done with England,” Mustafi told Arsenal Player.

"It was really frustrating and probably the worst time I had as a footballer. I didn’t want to go there again.

“But then when it came down to making a decision to stay or leave, I thought I would only leave Valencia if I had the opportunity to go to England.

“I was thankful that I had another opportunity to make a step forward by coming to Arsenal."

Sanchez lands

11:12: Alexis Sanchez has arrived back in London after his summer break.

Sanchez posted a picture on his Instagram account outside a private jet with his two dogs Atom and Humber.

The snap with captioned: “Back in London!”

Sanchez is due back in training with Arsenal tomorrow and is set for crunch talks with boss Arsene Wenger over his future.

Sanchez flies back

09:25: Alexis Sanchez is flying back to London via Paris as he prepares to return to Arsenal training.

The Chile international was granted an extended absence following the Confederations Cup and to recover from the flu last week.

Ruben Inostroza Povea, who is Sanchez's lawyer, has now uploaded a picture of the pair preparing to leave Santiago airport in Chile on Sunday evening.

According to Povea's Instagram picture, the trip included a stopover in Paris, where the forward is thought to have renewed his British work permit.

Speculation still surrounds his long-term future, though, with Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea all keen on the 28-year-old.

Arsenal exodus

07:20: Arsenal's hopes of clearing their squad of unwanted stars have been disrupted by players refusing to take a wage cut, according to the Daily Mail.

The Gunners have several players surplus to requirements by Arsene Wenger but are struggling to sell them and get decent fees.

Kieran Gibbs, Mathieu Debuchy, Carl Jenkinson and Lucas Perez are free to leave this summer but have not been able to agree deals with interested clubs.

While the likes of Jack Wilshere and Calum Chambers have also been told they can exit the Emirates if a suitable bid is made.

Arsenal leading Lemar chase

04:50: Arsenal are confident of beating Liverpool to the signing of Monaco winger Thomas Lemar. 

The Reds have entered the race to sign the France international with Jurgen Klopp eyeing the winger as a possible replacement for Philippe Coutinho, who has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona. 

However, The Sun say the Gunners are confident of signing Lemar despite not being able to offer him Champions League football. 

Wenger does have fears that Liverpool’s interest will make it harder for them to pursue the 21-year-old. 

But he is hopeful of securing his signature and reaching a compromise with Monaco over a transfer fee. 

Arsenal monitoring Seri

04:00: Arsenal are considering a move for Nice star Jean Michael Seri. 

Arsene Wenger is determined to sign Monaco winger Thomas Lemar, but has already had three bids rejected. 

And with the France international proving to be difficult to sign they are weighing up move for the Ivory Coast international instead, reports The Daily Mail. 

The report adds the Gunners are in no rush to sign the 26-year-old are are willing to wait until later in the summer to get a deal done.

Conte eyes Oxlade-Chamberlain

03:30: Antonio Conte believes he can turn Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain into a top class wing-back. 

Express Sport understands the Blues are ready to make a £25million bid to sign the Arsenal star, who is yet to sign a new deal at the Emirates. 

But Conte reckons he can make him a force to be reckoned with at right-wing back. 

It is also said that the west London club are locked still in negotiations to sign Juventus star Alex Sandro.