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Arsene Wenger admits Riyad Mahrez interest

03 June 2017 - 05:22

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has admitted that he is interested in pursuing the services of Leicester City\'s Riyad Mahrez following a failed approach last year.

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The Algeria international enjoyed a top campaign with the Foxes during the 2015/16 season as his 17 goals guided the club to a maiden Premier League title.

However, he failed to come up with a similar showing last term as he bagged just six goals en route to a disappointing season for the east Midlands club.

In an interview with BeIN Sports, Wenger has confirmed that the 26-year-old is indeed in his transfer shortlist, but his club have yet to lodge an attempt to pursue his signature.

\"We have not made a bid, but personally, I like the player, yes,\" Wenger told beIN Sports. \"I think he made a huge impact when they won the championship.\"

The long-standing manager also felt that a single season would not determine the overall quality of the player, and this makes him a viable target for Arsenal ahead of this summer\'s transfer window.

Mahrez had been the subject of a &pound35m bid from the FA Cup holders last term before he committed his future to Leicester on a new four-year deal.

He has, however, recently released a statement stating his desire to move on after helping the club through a somewhat transition phase following a miraculous league run.

Written by Sri Aswin