Arsenal have encouraged Jack Wilshere to find a new club. The Daily Mail says the midfielder does not feature in manager Arsene Wenger's plans next season, with Arsenal now listening to offers for the midfielder.
Sampdoria have already made a £6million offer for Wilshere this summer - but the playmaker wants to consider his options before taking a decision on his future.
Wilshere could yet remain at Arsenal and see out the remaining 12 months of his contract before leaving on a free transfer next season - a scenario the Gunners want to avoid.
Arsenal are open to Wilshere extending his existing deal, but such an agreement would merely be a ploy to protect his value.