Arsene Wenger has uncharacteristically admitted his interest in a potential summer transfer target – Lyon winger Hatem Ben Arfa.

Having seen his side suffer a huge setback in the title challenge when losing 2-1 to Chelsea on Sunday, it appears Wenger is already looking ahead to next season with a view to strengthening his squad.

As stated by Setanta Sports, France international Ben Arfa is believed to be frustrated with his current first team chances at Stade Gerland and has also fallen out with the great hope of French football Karim Benzema.

Barcelona and Manchester United have previously been linked with the three-time French champion but North London may yet emerge as a potential destination should Lyon look to sell the 21-year-old.

Wenger has conceded The Gunners would be keen to bring Ben Arfa to Emirates Stadium if he came on the market.

“If he is for sale, then we are very interested,” Wenger told Telefoot.

“He is a great player and Arsenal is a potential destination for any great player.”