Arsenal's Laurent Koscielny is to join Ligue 1 side Bordeaux in a deal worth around £5 million
The Gunners confirmed the news after the player had medical at the French club on Monday.
Koscielny is understood to be keen on a return to his homeland.
The France international joined Arsenal in 2010 from Lorient for a reported fee of £8.45 million and went on to make 353 appearances, before being made captain during the 2016-17 season.
A statement on the club website read: "We thank Laurent for his contribution to the club and wish him all the best for the future."
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