Olympique Marseille striker Alexis Sanchez has made a plea to Arsenal to take him back.

The former Gunners star is set on leaving OM and has hopes of re-signing for the Gunners.

La Tercera says Alexis met with Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta in London last week to make his case.

But Arteta gave him a 'direct' response, ruling out any return.

The Spaniard is said to have explained his vision for Arsenal, which involves building a squad of top youngsters.

A return to OM could yet be on for Alexis, where the French giants have hopes of him signing a new deal.