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1. Nacho Monreal's Exit May Not Be As Imminent As Expected

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There have been widespread reports in England suggesting that Nacho Monreal is on the verge of a £7m move to Athletic Bilbao. However, the left-back started for Arsene Wenger's side today, which suggests negotiations aren't as advanced as expected. 

Should a deal have been close to completion, Wenger would not have risked the Spaniard. Monreal has just one year left on his current deal, and his contribution today suggests one of two scenarios - a deal with Athletic is not close to being done, or a deal with Athletic is not being negotiated. 

Don't be surprised if Nacho Monreal goes nowhere this summer and instead signs a new deal to remain at The Emirates. 

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