Arsenal were set to sign Francis Coquelin this summer . But he is now on the verge of signing a long - term contract at Arsenal . The Frenchman has struggled since returning from a loan at Charlton . Arsene Wenger remains interested in Southampton 's Morgan Schneiderlin . Coquelin cannot prove he can retain his place at bury for years to come . READ : Schneiderlin denies Arsenal offers but refuses to commit to Saints . CLICK HERE for all the latest Arsenal transfers .
Arsenal were set to release Francis Coquelin this summer . But he is now on the verge of signing a long-term contract at Arsenal . The Frenchman has impressed since returning from a loan at Charlton . Arsene Wenger remains interested in Southampton 's Morgan Schneiderlin . Coquelin must prove he can keep his place at Arsenal for years to come . READ : Schneiderlin denies Arsenal deal but refuses to commit to Saints . CLICK HERE for all the latest Arsenal news .