Podolski almost certain to leave Arsenal this summer to make a move to Galatasaray

Lukas Podolski has confirmed Arsenal are in talks over a deal to sell him to Galatasaray.

The Germany forward, expect to complete a £2.3million switch appeared on Turkish champions' in-house TV station and admitted he "would love to play for" them next season.

Podolski said: "Yes there have been meetings with Galatasaray. I hope the transfer happens.

"I'd love to play at Galatasaray. The fans are great. They showed a great interest in me on social media."

Mirror Sport revealed earlier this month that the Turkish champions had come in for the out-for favour Arsenal forward.

Podolski, 30, was farmed out on loan to Inter Milan for the second half of last season but returned to London after failing to impress.