‘Surely’: Some fans think Arsenal man could link up with them after their player leaves on loan

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Arsenal full-back Ainsley Maitland-Niles has been linked with a loan move away from the Emirates Stadium.

According to Sky Sports, Southampton and West Brom are both keen on taking the Hale End gem on for the rest of the season.

While the Baggies reportedly lead the race, some Saints fans hope Maitland-Niles could join them after their club loaned out a left-back on Friday.

The Arsenal gem has struggled to nail down a regular spor in Mikel Arteta’s first team, starting only five Premier League games so far this campaign.

Maitland-Niles is to remain in Gareth Southgate’s thinking for a spot in the England squad.

While the Three Lions boss remains a big admirer of the 23-year-old, he made it clear he must be playing regularly to stand any chance of involvement with the squad.

Southampton, meanwhile, have loaned out left-back Jake Vokins to Sunderland for the rest of the season.

And some Saints fans are now suggesting and hoping Maitland-Niles could replace the 22-year-old at St Mary’s: