Arsene Wenger reveals he rates Victor Wanyama but insists Arsenal won’t sign him

Arsene Wenger has admitted he is a fan of Southampton star Victor Wanyama - but he is not trying to lure him to Arsenal.

The Gunners have been linked with a January move for the Kenyan as their midfield injury crisis continues.

?Francis Coquelin, Jack Wilshere, Mikel Arteta and Santi Cazorla are all on the sidelines and Arsenal are expected to strengthen.

However, Wenger has now dismissed reports that he will may a January swoop for Wanyama.

"I rate the player but we are not on the case," said Wenger.