Carlos Vela insists Arsenal's players have welcomed William Gallas back into the fold.

Vela told setanta.com: "It's not a big deal and it's a thing of the past. Everybody in the dressing room is talking to him and has a normal relationship with him.

"He remains the same. He is pretty much committed to the team and is not left apart from the squad.

"As far as I'm concerned, I have a very good relationship with him and he's always happy to give a hand."