Arsenal FC transfer news: Riyad Mahrez targeted by Arsene Wenger as Monaco stand firm over Thomas Lemar

Arsenal could turn to Riyad Mahrez if they miss out on Monaco's Thomas Lemar.

Arsene Wenger wants to bring a new wideman this summer and had made Lemar his top target.

But Monaco have turned down a £31million bid from the north Londoners for the 21-year-old and are determined to keep hold of him.

The French champions have already lost Bernardo Silva, who has moved to Manchester City, while Tiemoué Bakayoko is also set for a move to Chelsea.

Monaco vice-president Vadim Vasilyev has reportedly told the Gunners that he is not willing to let Lemar go and will not sell for any price.

Arsenal are now looking at other options and Mahrez is a realistic alternative.

The Algerian, a key part of Leicester's title success in 2015-16, wants to leave the Foxes.

Leicester are understood to be seeking £50million for Mahrez but Arsenal would hope to negotiate a lower fee.