The 18-year-old striker has become one of the most sought after players in European football. After a sensational season in Ligue 1 and the Champions League, the likes of Manchester United and Real Madrid have shown interest. But Arsenal looked to swoop before he became a household name. Frenchman Wenger has revealed he paid a visit to the youngster’s house last year when his future was in some doubt.

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Monaco managed to keep him and the decision was very, very tight Arsene Wenger

However, a new contract was ultimately agreed with Monaco as Arsenal missed the window. “The player would tell you that I was at his home last year to try to get him here,” Wenger told beIN Sports. “Because he was at the end of [his] contract but Monaco managed to keep him and the decision was very, very tight. “But I could understand it as well because he was educated there and at the end decided to stay there.”

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