Mikel Arteta is unsure of Arsenal's plans over new contract talks.
The 32-year-old midfielder only has one season left on his existing deal and, while relaxed about his future, is hoping the club can see past his age to what he offers.
"I don't know what is going to happen," Arteta said. "With players over 30 they have a policy and I don't know if they plan change it or maintain it.
"Depending on what their mind is I will give them my opinion and how I see it.
"I don't value players by age, whether it is Tomas Rosicky or Jack Wilshere. I analyse many other things before age.
"For the club, it can be an asset. For me, a much bigger asset is someone who has played over 125 games in three years compared to someone who has played 25 and is 20.
"I understand the club's point of view - Mikel is not a £25million player because he is not 22 anymore - but I know what I can give.
"So it is to find the right balance between mentalities is something that we need to analyse and talk about."
