Arsenal expect Chris Smalling to sign a new deal with Manchester United despite lingering interest from manager Arsene Wenger in bringing the defender to Emirates Stadium.

Wenger wanted to sign Smalling when he left Fulham for Old Trafford in 2010 and although the Gunners are now thought to have other priorities, a cut-price deal could revive the club’s interest.

However, Standard Sport understands the Gunners’ expectation is that Smalling will commit his future to United, who are preparing to offer the 25-year-old an extension to his current contract which expires at the end of next season.

Arsenal's potential targets for this summer include Southampton midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin.