Arsenal have picked Willian over Philippe Coutinho and are expected to snap up the Chelsea star this summer transfer window.
Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his Gunners side this month and build upon the recent success of winning the FA Cup last season.
Arsenal were offered the opportunity to sign Coutinho, with cash-strapped Barcelona desperate to find a buyer for the Brazilian.
But Mirror Sport understands that Arsenal have snubbed the opportunity to sign Coutinho - even on loan for the season - in favour of landing Willian.
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