Roma midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan has told parent club Arsenal he doesn't want to return to London.

After a successful season in the Italian capital, the 31-year-old is ready to bring and end to a disappointing four years in the Premier League.

Corriere dello Sport says Arsenal are ready to do business, and have placed a £9m asking price on Mkhitaryan.

He is reported to have told his employers: "My time in London is over, I hope you manage to find an agreement with Roma because my desire is to remain."

Roma are expected to meet the asking price set by the Premier League club, despite the financial implications of coronavirus.