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Nacho Monreal lined up by Athletic Bilbao, and he may leave Arsenal if Arsene Wenger heads out the exit door

The Spanish club will look to make a bid if they get place for the group stage of the Europa League

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ARSENAL full-back Nacho Monreal is being linked with a move to Athletic Bilbao in the summer transfer window.

Monreal could be offered a route back to Spain by Bilbao, who are in the Europa League next season.

 Athletic Bilbao are chasing Nacho Monreal for the 4th season running
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Athletic Bilbao are chasing Nacho Monreal for the 4th season runningCredit: Getty Images
 Monreal signed a new contract with Arsenal back in January 2016
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Monreal signed a new contract with Arsenal back in January 2016Credit: Reuters

According to , Monreal's future at Arsenal could depend on whether Arsene Wenger remains as manager.

Monreal signed a new long-term contract at the Emirates in January 2016 but hasn't experienced the best campaign with Arsenal since.


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Arsenal have lost their place in the Champions League for the first time in 19 years and will only have the Europa League.

 Nacho Monreal in action for the FA Cup at Wembley Stadium
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Nacho Monreal in action for the FA Cup at Wembley StadiumCredit: Action Images Via Reuters
 Arsene Wenger's future is still uncertain as the fans continue to chant 'Wenger Out'
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Arsene Wenger's future is still uncertain as the fans continue to chant 'Wenger Out'Credit: AP:Associated Press

Athletic Bilbao have been linked to wanting Nacho Monreal since 2014, however nothing has ever come to light of the situation.

Monreal has been a firm first choice for Wenger this season.

The 31-year-old is said to have a strong bond with Arsene Wenger, hence his reason's for staying at the Emirates for the last 4 years.

 

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