Arsenal boss Unai Emery is eager to work with Sevilla midfielder Ever Banega again.

Arsenal are in talks with Banega's agent, Marcelo Simonian, about a move to London for the Argentina international.

Two years ago, Emery offered an insight into his fondness for Banega after the midfielder was sent off in the Copa del Rey final in 2016.

"He shed some tears in the dressing room because he's going," said Emery.

"I have a great relationship with him. It's one of love and hate.

"I love him, because he's a boy who loves football, who endears himself to you and who gives you all of his heart and his ability — and he has a lot."

Banega, meanwhile, revealed his time under Emery at Valencia played a big part in him joining Sevilla in 2014.

"The relationship with Unai is very good, they were my best years in Valencia," said Banega.

"Having worked with him is obviously a plus, but first I want to work with my colleagues and put myself at the mister's [manager] disposal."