Danny Mills has urged Arsenal to let Alexandre Lacazette leave for free at the end of the season, suggesting the Frenchman has not done enough to earn a new deal.
Arsenal's club record signing in the summer of 2017, the Frenchman's deal at the Emirates runs out in the summer of next year and negotiations over a new contract have stalled.
Should Arsenal and Lacazette fail to reach an agreement, the 30-year-old would be allowed to discuss terms with potential suitors from January.
Alexandre Lacazette's contract with Arsenal expires at the end of the season
Mills believes the scenario would be the best course of action for the Gunners.