The Gunners need to part with one midfielder before signing the Frenchman.

Arsenal continue to show interest in Lyon's attacking midfielder Hussem Auar, who intends to change his club registration in the summer transfer window.

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The fact is that the initial task of the Gunners is to sell their own midfielders, who for various reasons must leave Emirates this offseason..

Only after parting with at least one of their midfielders will Arsenal be ready to contact Lyon to discuss Auar's transfer. Granit Jaka is expected to leave the team soon to join Roma.. Lucas Torreira also wants to leave Arsenal.

Earlier, it was reported that Hussem Aouar was sabotaging training in Lyon for a transfer from the club.. In addition to Arsenal, PSG and a number of teams from the Spanish La Liga are interested in the French midfielder.