Arsenal given chance to revive Houssem Aouar transfer as star eyes Premier League move

Arsenal may be looking to rekindle their interest in Lyon midfielder and long-term target Houssem Aouar as they learn the player's preference is a move to the Premier League this summer. The French star is currently the subject of strong interest from Spanish side Real Betis, according to reports in his homeland, but it was once speculated he was in talks with the Gunners over a move. 'a potential transfer.

The 24-year-old was considered one of Europe's brightest talents just two years ago, but the France international has seen his career stall somewhat since then. In the summer of 2020, Aouar was supposed to be high on Arsenal's target list and there were even talks of a move to the Emirates.

However, a transfer never happened as Lyon valued the midfielder at around £55million and rejected a player-plus-cash offer which would have included Matteo Guendouzi. Aouar was linked again a year later, on a reduced fee, but Arsenal opted to sign Martin Odegaard permanently instead.

The Gunners could now return for the Lyonnais this summer as uncertainty once again surrounds his future. According to , Aouar has attracted strong interest from Real Betis, with last season's Copa Del Rey winners believed to be pushing for his signature.

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A number of other teams across the continent are also said to be keen on acquiring Aouar in the current window, but it appears the former Golden Boy nominee has a preference in mind. The French media claim that the Lyon star is in favor of a move to the Premier League.

However, despite the player's ambitions to play in England, he is said to be open to the idea of ​​joining Real Betis as the La Liga outfit have accelerated their interest in recent days. Two unnamed Premier League clubs are believed to have considered a move for the midfielder this summer, while Nice and Real Sociedad have also been credited with their interest.

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It has already been said that Leicester City are the club watching Aouar, while Jose Mourinho's Roma are also tracking the versatile playmaker. With only one year left on his current contract with Lyon, the Ligue 1 side should be op...