Arsene Wenger has confirmed he will not sell Alexis Sanchez this summer - and added that if the Chilean is so fond of the Champions League he should give his all to ensure Arsenal qualify next season.
Public remarks from Sanchez about his desire to be involved in Europe's top club competition have fuelled the theory he is trying to bolt for the Emirates Stadium exit before the transfer market closes.
Wenger, however, will not be swayed from his decision to make him honour the final year of his current contract even if he continues to reject a proposed new deal, thought to be worth more than £300,000 a week.