Former Arsenal player Nigel Winterburn is hopeful that manager Arsene Wenger can convince Alexis Sanchez to stay at the club once Alexandre Lacazette signs.
It has been widely reported that the Lyon striker is closing in on a move to the Emirates, which could cost the Gunners a club-record £52m.
Sky Sports claimed on Tuesday that Lacazette has already completed a medical at the club’s training ground, and will pen a five-year contract.
The news will be great for Arsenal fans, but there is still an uncertainty over the future of star man Sanchez.
The Chile international has not signed a new contract with the Gunners, and numerous clubs, including Manchester City and Chelsea, have been linked to his signature.
Arsenal run the risk of losing the 28-year-old for nothing when his contract expires at the end of next summer, but Winterburn is hopeful that Wenger can work his magic.
He told Sky Sports:
“I hope the Lacazette deal leaves [Sanchez] at the club. He can play on the left, up front or in the hole. Arsenal cannot afford to bring in Lacazette then two weeks later Sanchez leaves. I am hoping Wenger can persuade him to stay for another season, see what happens with the team then sign a new contract.”
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