Various reports said Monaco' s Martin Djetou is certain to leave at the end of the season whist his current contract ends in 2003. After 5 years spent on the Mediterranean shores, the 26 year-old midfielder/centre-back said he is ready for a new challenge abroad. "Not in Italy, but in Spain or England" he added. And if so, Arsenal is his priority. Swap deal with Gilles anyone?

Arsenal representatives attended the France vs Finland u-21 friendly played last week. It' s unclear whether they were tracking one youngster or simply watching two Olympique Lyonnais in form players Malbranque and Govou. Besides both scored in a game France won unconvincingly 3-0.