Toulouse full-back Serge Aurier told Foot Mercato that he would not be able to reject a move to Arsenal after making clear his desire to play in the Premier League. Aurier has been linked to a number of clubs in England including Arsenal, Aston Villa and Newcastle. Reports in France also claim Chelsea watched him play last weekend.
Arsenal however are the frontrunners and are consideringmaking a move for the defender to replace Bacary Sagna who will be out of contract in the summer. Aurier said:
“You cannot refuse Arsenal. You can ask any player if he would play for Arsenal and I think he would respond positively without hesitation. It is certain that Arsenal is a dream.”
Speaking of the interest from other Prem clubs he said: “It’s clear that it’s good, even if there is nothing concrete. It doesn’t leave me indifferent that my profile is of interest to ambitious clubs. But it doesn’t distract me.”
Ligue 1 clubs PSG and Monaco are also rumoured to be interested in the Ivory Coast international’s services. Speaking about their interest he said: “PSG and Monaco are building and, within two or three years, may be the best teams in the world. But I’m talking more in terms of the championship, I would like to see another championship. It is not a question of the level of teams, it’s just that there are other interesting championships.
“England is a championship where smaller clubs can beat the bigger clubs. Everyone would like to play there, this is a championship which is a little crazy, with a great atmosphere in the stadiums. This is the league that suits me the most, in terms of my commitment, my playing style. Later, Germany and Spain may also be pleasant.”
By Charlie Gregory
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