Arsenal consider AC Milan star M’Baye Niang transfer to replace Alexis Sanchez

Arsenal are planning a move for AC Milan star M’Baye Niang if Alexis Sanchez leaves the Emirates, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Chilean forward Sanchez remains in the middle of a contract dispute with the Gunners, with his current deal expiring in the summer of 2018.

Manager Arsene Wenger is already reportedly planning in case Sanchez decides to leave the club, with Niang appearing to be the latest possible replacement.

The pacy forward, 22, has impressed over the past two seasons at the San Siro and Wenger is said to be lining up a big money offer.

Niang can play as a winger or behind the main striker and has also allegedly been touted as a possible West Ham signing.