The Ivorian spent the previous season on loan with Nice. He had a limited impact, having suffered multiple injuries.

Pepe has now entered the last year of his contract, and reports claim that he has agreed personal terms with Besiktas.

The attacker is keen to terminate his deal with the Gunners, but the north London giants seem reluctant to do so.

They are willing to sell him for a nominal fee while a loan deal could be on the cards if Pepe extends his contract.

Besiktas are yet to make a formal proposal to the Gunners, but they plan to open talks in the next couple of days.

Aside from Pepe, the Gunners are actively looking to offload Rob Holding , Cedric Soares as well as Nuno Tavares .

Folarin Balogun could also head for the exit door for a huge fee. Monaco are said to be determined to land him.

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