According to a report carried by the London based Evening Standard,
Chelsea are in negotiations with Arsenal to sign England midfielder
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
The 23 year old who has just under one year left on his contract has
continually been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, as he has so
far refused to sign a new contract.
There have been reports that he wants assurances over playing in his
preferred position in central midfield, a position Arsene Wenger isn't
keen to feature him though, he has said in the past that he sees him
ending as a central midfielder.
So far, he has featured mostly as a right wing back and started the
season playing left-wing back in both the Community Shield and the
opening league match against Watford.
He remains a player that has both frustrated and excited. Especially
with his injury history since he joined the club from Southampton in
2011.
However, last season was his best in Arsenal's colours in terms of
staying injury free and his on field output in terms of goals and
assist. He scored six goals.
It remains to be seen, whether he would eventually be sold or if the
club can finally reach an agreement in respect of a new contract.
The situation is delicate for both Arsene Wenger and the club as up to
five players could leave the club for free next summer if they are not
sold before transfer deadline day and they end up not signing a new
contract before their contract expires.
Apart from the Ox, other players in that category are Alexis Sanchez,
Mesut Ozil and Jack Wilshere. Though the latter doesn't seem to be in
the manager's plans.
Whether Arsenal would be keen to sell to a rival remains to be seen.
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