Progress between Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Arsenal over a new contract has suddenly faltered after the England winger became frustrated that he has still not been offered a new deal. There were positive preliminary talks soon after the season ended but, with Oxlade-Chamberlain now on holiday, no formal offer has been made.
Liverpool are interested and, with Oxlade-Chamberlain having finished his Arsenal season strongly in the wing-back position, he still regards central midfield as his ideal future role.