Benjamin Sesko stance revealed as Arsenal wait on green light to complete transfer

Arsenal transfer target Benjamin Sesko was said to be worried about his chances of being a regular starter under , which is why a move to the Emirates didn't come to fruition this summer, according to the latest reports.

claims the Gunners are in the young striker in future windows. was persistently linked with Arsenal and many others throughout the recent summer transfer window, with keen on adding more firepower to his forward line - with 18 goals for RB Leipzig last term, it's clear to see why he's a person of interest.

But in the end, the 21-year-old ignored the furore and chose to stay put. In fact, by signing a new five-year deal.

However, the report warns there may have to be open and honest discussions between Gunners' chiefs and Sesko before they can come to an agreement over personal arrangements in any possible deal.

New information brought to light explains how despite giving 'serious consideration' to Arsenal, the Slovenian international showed a reluctance to move to North London because he was worried he would not get the minutes he wanted in competition with Arteta's current first-choice centre forward, .

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The versatile 25-year-old could be moved as he is comfortable in a number of positions, though there is no doubting he has flourished leading the line in recent months.

Arsenal 'were minded' to meet his release clause but chose not to with these feelings known, so the player remained in Germany. With the window of opportunity opening again in January for a single month, then during the summer once the current season has ended, it remains a potential avenue for the Gunners to explore.

They are well aware it will cost them £55m to buy Sesko out of his current contract, and are said to still be monitoring his progress closely. The green light to do so will only arrive once the transfer window is open and the player himself has resolved these doubts about the role he will play at the club.