Serge Aurier has welcomed a move to Arsenal after having admitted a move to the Premier League would be hard to turn down.
The 21-year-old Ivorian has been added to a list of candidates billed to replace the departing Bacary Sagna, who looks certain to leave the Emirates Stadium after seven years.
The 31-year-old is said to be closing in on a move to Manchester City and will sign a three year contract worth a reported £150,000 a week.
The Toulouse right back has been identified as a potential replacement for the Frenchman and was one of the millions of fans around the world celebrating Arsenal’s FA Cup triumph on Saturday.
He said: “I have never prioritised a club in England as even the promoted clubs are respectable, so I would take the opportunity for the one that will show the most interest in me, that will give me the most game time.
“After that, you can’t really say no to Arsenal.
“It is a club with history, with a French manager, who has welcomed many France players. Plus, Arsenal are always thereabouts when it comes to trophies and a club that plays in the Champions League.”
Arsenal ended their nine year trophy drought on Saturday after defeating Hull 3-2 in the FA Cup.
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