Lukas Podolski believes it was a mistake to join Internazionale on loan last season and said he wants to return to Arsenal.

The Germany striker, who spent the latter half of last season in Italy, has been linked with a move this summer and Galatasaray are reported to be interested in the 30-year-old.

Podolski has seen the error of his ways after angling for a transfer in January and now wants to stay and fight for a place in Arsenal’s starting lineup.

Speaking to German newspaper Bild, Podolski said: “I’ve always felt comfortable there. With the fans, with the team and also with the manager. I’m going back to play, I have to say my qualities suit Arsenal.

“Inter? Last season went how it went. English football is the one which best suits my style but I know how suddenly everything can change.

“I have characteristics to help different teams but it was a mistake to go to Inter with no redemption clauses.

“In football there are times when everything doesn’t work out for the best. You’re not always playing as a starter and you just have to accept the decisions and work on your own game. That’s what I did but now I’m looking forward.”