Arsene Wenger insists Theo Walcott won’t be the next star to quit Arsenal as the Gunners manager considers going back into the transfer market to find a “special” player to improve his squad.

Walcott is out of contract at the end of the season and has so far been unable to agree a new deal, with Chelsea reported to be considering a bid for the England winger. But Wenger claims Walcott has indicated he is willing to stay.

“We try to sort it out, and we will try to sort it out one way or the other,” Wenger said.

“We want to extend his contract, and to keep him at the club. His desire is also right, he wants to stay and we need to find an agreement.”

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