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Arsenal set to open talks with La Liga club over shock summer transfer
NACHO MONREAL could be on his way to Athletic Bilbao this summer, according to reports.
Arsenal defender Nacho Monreal could be on his way to Athletic Bilbao this summer
Arsenal left-back Monreal, 31, has been a long-term transfer target for Bilbao due to his Basque heritage.
And Spanish outlet AS claim the La Liga club are confident of signing the Spain international this summer.
Arsene Wenger is under huge pressure to succeed at Arsenal
It is suggested that the Gunners are even willing to open talks with Bilbao over a transfer despite only rewarding Monreal with a new contract last year.
The former Malaga defender has made 30 appearances for the Gunners this season and is regarded as an important player for Arsene Wenger.
Nacho Monreal has made 30 appearances for Arsenal this season
But with doubt being cast over Wenger's future and Monreal having an underwhelming season it appears as if he could be on his way back to his homeland.
Monreal is contracted to Arsenal until 2019.