Germany star Leroy Sane was linked with a free transfer to Arsenal earlier in the transfer window but will instead earn an eye-watering sum at new club Galatasaray

Germany attacker Leroy Sane has revealed his motivation for signing for Galatasaray over Arsenal, despite apparent interest from the Gunners. The former Manchester City man decided against penning a new contract with Bayern Munich, who will therefore wave goodbye to him when he departs as a free agent at the end of the month.

Leroy Sane is on the verge of joining Galatasaray on a free transfer after leaving Bayern Munich, with the winger snubbing a move to Arsenal.

Leroy Sané landed in Istanbul just after midnight. His impending move to Galatasaray drew thousands of fans to the airport, even at that hour. His reception was akin to that of a head of state or a national hero.

Leroy Sane is set to leave Bayern Munich and join Galatasaray, talkSPORT understands. The Germany international was previously reported to be a target for Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea, with his