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Arsenal are reluctant to meet Aouar asking price, claims Lyon president

Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has claimed that Arsenal are reluctant to meet the club's valuation of Houssem Aouar.

Aouar has emerged as one of the hottest properties in European football after another stellar year at the Groupama Stadium.

The 22-year-old played a key role in Lyon's run to the Champions League semi-finals last season, and is now being tipped to take the next step in his fledgeling career.

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Arsenal has been mooted as the most likely next destination for Aouar, and Lyon sporting director Juninho has confirmed the Premier League club's interest in the France international.