The French defender refused to travel for the Gunners' pre-season tour, but the club captain is still forming part of his manager's future plans
Arsenal head coach Unai Emery insists Laurent Koscielny is still "an important player" despite the uncertainty over the club captain's future.
Koscielny refused to travel to the United States for Arsenal's pre-season tour amid speculation over his future, with Lyon, Bordeaux and Borussia Dortmund linked with a move for the French defender.
Emery says the 33-year-old is still part of his plans, but admits a decision on what happens with Koscielny from this point is now in the club's hands.