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Thomas Lemar to Arsenal: Sky Sports man says talks are now being held over deal
ARSENAL are continuing to hold talks with Monaco over Thomas Lemar, according to Sky Sports man Aidan Magee.
Monaco's president says Thomas Lemar will not be sold
The Gunners are desperate to sign the 21-year-old and have already had two bids knocked back.
But it appears they remain keen on doing a deal with the Ligue 1 champions holding out for £50million.
Appearing on Sky Sports News' Transfer Centre, Magee said: "We are told discussions are ongoing over the future of this man - attacking midfielder Thomas Lemar.
"Arsenal have already had two bids of £30m and £40m rejected by Monaco. The Ligue 1 side are thought to be holding out for £50m.
"Head coach Leonardo Jardim, meanwhile, has told reporters that he can't guarantee they'll keep all their important players."
Monaco star Thomas Lemar has been linked with a move to Arsenal
We are told discussions are ongoing over the future of this man - attacking midfielder Thomas Lemar
Former Arsenal star Perry Groves this week revealed his belief that a move will go through.
Groves said: "I think the Lemar deal will get done, it's coming down to how much.
“I'd like to think we're in the position that if they want £45m, then we go and pay it and send the right message to the player that we want you.
“As mentioned, I still think we're two or three players away from winning the title.”
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