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LONDON. — Arsene Wenger announced he’s staying at Arsenal next season while in transfer talks with Sead Kolasinac.

That’s according to German football expert Lee Price, who has revealed all on the deal for the Schalke star.

Price last year released The Bundesliga Blueprint: How Germany became the Home of Football and is a reliable source of German football news.

Express Sport yesterday reported on Price’s understanding that a medical for Kolasinac has already been done.

The left wing-back is set to join Arsenal on July 1 on a free transfer.

But it is the news that Wenger is staying that will turn Gunners fans’ heads.

The Frenchman has yet to sign a new deal at the Emirates despite previously insisting he’d made his mind up on his future.

Wenger is out of contract at the end of the season.

Price exclusively told Express Sport: “This IS the kind of smart signing that Arsenal haven’t made for years. It is a proper, long-term investment.

“It was made pretty clear during negotiations that Kolasnic will be playing under Wenger next season.

“He announced that to the player and his agents, wary that speculation over his future could hinder a deal.”

Price also believes the deal is a big clue that Arsenal will continue playing three at the back next season.

He added: “The signing of Sead Kolasinac is an indication that Arsene Wenger, the most stubborn man in football, is finally ready to change.

“After dabbling with three at the back in recent weeks, the Bosnian’s arrival could indicate a more permanent switch – as he’s an actual, proper wing back, rather than a winger asked to defend. — The Daily Express