EPL: Arsenal Favourites To Land Long-term Target With Year Left On Contract

• Arsenal Favourites To Land Long-term Target With Year Left On Contract.

• The France international was hotly on Arsenal radar two years ago before the club opted to prioritise the signing of Thomas Partey instead.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Arsenal are reportedly leading the race to sign Houssem Aouar from Lyon.

The France international was hotly on Arsenal radar two years ago before the club opted to prioritise the signing of Thomas Partey instead.

However, the player has reportedly refused to extend his contract with his current club, forcing them to consider his exit in fear of losing him for nothing in 12 months time.

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The Sun claims that Lyon are now open to his sale this summer, whilst adding that they believe Arsenal are at the head of a long queue of potential suitors across the continent who could make a move for his signature.

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