Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has given an update on Granit Xhaka's future amid rumours of a potential transfer for the midfielder.
The 27-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium since his furious reaction to jeering from Gunners fans as he was substituted against Crystal Palace in November.
Xhaka left the field shouting at supporters in the stands and was eventually stripped of the Arsenal captaincy by Unai Emery following a huge backlash.
Hertha Berlin have been linked with a move for the midfielder, with Xhaka's agent admitting that he had agreed terms with the Bundesliga side on a potential move should Arsenal consider selling.
"Look, I will say it frankly and honestly, we are in agreement with Hertha BSC and would like to go to Berlin," Jose Norguera stated.
"We have told Arsenal's club boss Raul Sanllehi and sporting director Edu Gaspar, as well as the new coach Mikel Arteta. Arsenal was informed about all the steps, the player and Hertha are clear. It's only about the transfer fee of the clubs."
However, Arteta has insisted before that he wants to keep Xhaka at the club, and following the 2-0 win over Manchester United which Xhaka started, Arteta stated that he believes the Switzerland international will stay at Arsenal.
"I think he's going to stay," Arteta told reporters.
"Yes, [he gave me that assurance].
"I like how focused he is, he's willing to learn."
