PSG chairman Nasser al-Khelaifi believes he has the upper hand in the race to land Alexis Sanchez.

Arsene Wenger has been at pains to insist their star player is not for sale this summer despite the fact he has just 12 months left on his contract meaning he can leave for nothing at the end of next season.

Indeed, Wenger is confident the Chilean would continue to give 100 per cent for the Gunners next season despite the contractual uncertainty hanging over him given the forward's fiery personality and the fact the World Cup is less than 12 months away.

The PSG chairman believes his club is in pole position to sign Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez

Nasser al-Khelaifi thinks his relationship with Arsene Wenger could tip the balance

Sportsmail understands the Gunners are still keeping their options open regarding Sanchez despite Wenger's comments and a sizeable offer - in the region of £50million - would provide the club with a dilemma.

Sanchez's preferred destination is Manchester City, but the north London club are adamant they will not sell to a Premier League rival.

French giants PSG are also serious contenders to land Sanchez, who is not ruling out a move to Paris.

And if Arsenal do eventually decide to part with Sanchez this summer, a move to the French capital would present a more suitable compromise for the Gunners.

Wenger has insisted that Sanchez will not be leaving the club despite his contract running out

Furthermore, PSG supremo Al-Khelaifi is confident his personal relationship with Wenger gives his club an important edge.

The pair have formed a friendship over recent years, the Qatari failing to lure Wenger to France on more than one occasion.

Financially, PSG have the capacity to meet Sanchez's £350,000-per-week wage demands - even with the staggering outlay on their move for Neymar.

Meanwhile, Swansea, West Ham and Newcastle are tracking Jack Wilshere, who can leave the Emirates Stadium.