- Alexis Sanchez is on the verge of leaving Arsenal as his contract expires soon
- The Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is confident the Chilean forward would not leave the North London club
- Sanchez requested to join rivals Manchester City in his quest for Champions League football next season
Arsene Wenger has admitted that star player Alexis Sanchez will not leave Arsenal amidst speculation over his move away from the London club.
The French manager insisted Sanchez' saga at the club will not be the same as Robin Van Persie's who left the Gunners to join Manchester United.
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Van Persie left the North London club with one year left on his contract to Old Trafford where he helped the Red Devils to win the Premier League that season.
Alexis Sanchez. Photo source: Sun UK.
The Chilean forward has one year left on his contract and has been heavily linked with a move to top European clubs.
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NAIJ.com earlier reported that Sanchez requested to join rivals Manchester City in his quest for Champions League football next season.
Arsene Wenger's men are currently enjoying their pre-season tour in China.
Sanchez was given extended break by Arsenal following his participation in the just concluded Confederations cup.
He has scored a total of 72 goals for the Gunners in his 145 matches played.
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