Arsenal and St Etienne are happy with the progress of negotiations over William Saliba.
Le 10 Sport says both clubs are pleased with the way talks are moving along, with an agreement now close.
Having been demanding €30m to sell, ASSE are now prepared to accept a €25m offer for Saliba.
For their part, Arsenal are now happy for the teen to spend next season back with Les Verts.
Negotiations are now in it's final straight.