Roma director of football Monchi is flattered to be linked with Arsenal.
Monchi, who worked with Emirates boss Unai Emery at Sevilla, is on the North London club's list in their search for a new technical director.
Monchi, 50, whose deal runs at Roma until 2020, said: “I know my name is being associated with Arsenal but I am concentrating on my job with Roma.
“However it is a pleasure being linked with a club like Arsenal - but it is not first time that happens".
Arsenal are looking for a sporting director as Sven Mislintat, in charge of scouting, is leaving.