Alexis Sánchez’s return for pre-season training at Arsenal has been cast into doubt as the Chile forward says he is suffering from flu. He could earn more elsewhere and he has also stated he wants Champions League football, which Arsenal cannot offer him this season. One of the problems for Arsenal is that a replacement for Sánchez would be difficult to find and hugely expensive. “I’m here to see the Emirates Cup and to be with Lucas,” Lovelle said of his arrival in London.“We have talked to everyone. Lucas signed for Arsenal and was the happiest person in the world and with all of his dreams to fulfil.

Source: The Guardian July 28, 2017 09:52 UTC