PSG boss Thomas Tuchel reportedly tried to change the former Chelsea, Arsenal and Real Madrid midfielder's mind, but he remained adamant about his decision. As RMC reports, Tuchel considered Diarra an influential figure in his team's dressing room, but failed to cajole the 33-year-old into continuing his career.

Arsenal seem they are on the verge of signing a new winter transfer target after the latest rumors and news suggest that a player has announced his departure from Real Madrid in order to sign for Arsenal FC.