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Bukayo Saka alternative will now stay at his current club despite Arsenal ‘offer’ on Deadline Day

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Arsenal are looking to sign a winger before the transfer window closes tonight, but they are running out of options.

Mikel Arteta has been offered two players, in Raheem Sterling and Kingsley Coman, on potential loan deals.

Arsenal are seemingly interested in Coman, who impressed at the Emirates in the Champions League for Bayern Munich last season, but his wages and injury record are of concern.

The 28-year-old, who nearly joined Arsenal in 2014, also had approaches from clubs in Saudi Arabia, and was weighing up his options ahead of a potential move.

However, Arsenal have now been dealt a blow as he has now made a decision over his future.

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Arsenal target Kingsley Coman will stay at Bayern Munich

It has now been reported by Sky Sports News that despite offers from clubs including Arsenal, Coman will stay at Bayern Munich.

“Kingsley Coman is expected to stay at Bayern Munich beyond tonight’s deadline,” Sky reported

“There have been offers from England and Europe – but none that the player or Bayern were willing to accept.

“A substantial offer from Al Hilal remains on the table with the Saudi Pro-League window closing on Monday.”

Arsenal wanted Kingsley Coman as cover for Bukayo Saka

Arsenal are keen on a winger as they want to add quality cover for Bukayo Saka, who has played a lot of games in the last two seasons.

Reiss Nelson can cover on his side, with the winger now set to stay at the club, whilst Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard can also fill in if needed.

Coman was eyed up as a speedy alternative to Saka who can also play on the right, but they will now have to look elsewhere.