Oxlade-Chamberlain, 24, rejected a new Arsenal deal worth £180,000-a-week and told the Gunners he would not sign a new contract at the Emirates.

Chelsea and Liverpool were in the hunt for the England international.

The Blues agreed a fee for the midfielder, only for Oxlade-Chamberlain to reject a Stamford Bridge move this summer.

The former Southampton star instead opted for Liverpool and signed a five-year deal with the Reds on deadline day.

And The Daily Telegraph say Oxlade-Chamberlain snubbed Chelsea because he felt Antonio Conte only wanted to play him as a right-wing back.

They reckon Oxlade-Chamberlain also thought Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was the best man for his development.

Following his move to Anfield, the former Arsenal star said: “After six years, three FA Cup wins and countless incredible memories, the time has come for me to move on from Arsenal.

“I want to publicly thank Arsene, the coaching and club staff and my amazing team mates for all of the incredible opportunities I have been given.

“Thank you so much to you, the fans, who have always had my back - I honestly couldn’t be more grateful.

“The club, and my time here, will always mean a massive amount to me. I know my choice might come as a surprise to many, and the decision to leave was tough after being a part of the club for so many years, but I feel that this move is right for the next stage in my ongoing development.”