Arsenal have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Leicester City star Riyad Mahrez this summer.

The Algerian international was strongly linked with a move to the Emirates stadium last year which failed to happen.

However, Mahrez has continued to be deemed as one of Arsene Wenger’s main targets in attacking midfield, heading into next season.

And to boost Arsenal’s hopes of a possible transfer, the midfielder has now informed Leicester City that he wants to leave the club

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