Gourcuff flattered by Arsenal interest

Lyon midfielder Yoann Gourcuff admits that he is delighted to hear of interest in his services from Arsene Wenger's Arsenal.

According to reports, Arsenal have been linked with a move for Gourcuff for several months and are to make a bid in January.

Gourcuff is delighted to hear of the transfer talk.

"He is one of the top coaches in the world, he loves technical players so I am very, very happy to know that he was interested in me," he said.

"Now I am pushing to come back stronger for Lyon."