Santi Cazorla says Arsene Wenger has given no indication to Arsenal’s first team squad that he could call time on his Gunners reign at the end of the season.

The Frenchman celebrated his 20th anniversary at the club last Saturday and has made clear that he won’t make a decision on his future until the end of the season when his current contract ends.

Asked whether Wenger could reject the chance to sign a new deal, widely believed to be ready and waiting for him, Cazorla told Spanish broadcaster Cope:

“The truth is we do not have that feeling [that he could leave] in the dressing room.

“The boss has not indicated that this will be his last year. Not at all. He is fully focused on this season and I do not know what he is planning for the future.

“Today I do not rule him continuing another season because he has not said he will leave.

“It is in his hands and he is the one who has to make the decision but today I would say that he may continue.

“Arsene is an icon at the club. He has spent 20 years here and every bit of praise to him would not be enough.”

Given Arsenal’s good form and the warmth directed in Wenger’s direction during his anniversary celebrations it’s perhaps unsurprising that the players are feeling positive vibes from the boss regarding a potential stay. Of course, much can change over the course of the season.

Yesterday, Ivan Gazidis stressed that, “Arsenal is not Arsenal Wenger — they are not one and the same thing.” While today, the Evening Standard cite a club source saying:

“Our primary current focus is on maintaining our strong start to the season. Discussions will be held at an appropriate time.”