Olympique Marseille won't get a clear run at Arsenal fullback Mathieu Debuchy.
Marseille chief Andoni Zubizarreta hopes to bring Debuchy back to France next month.
However, Le Parisien says OM are not alone in their interest, with several English and Turkish clubs also keen.
Debuchy has been assured by Gunners boss Arsene Wenger he can leave during the January market.
The defender spent part of last season on-loan with Bordeaux.