Emile Smith Rowe is set to stay at Arsenal this summer, following talks with the club to confirm he’s part of Mikel Arteta’s plans.

The Daily Mail report that Emile Smith Rowe has been informed by Arsenal that he’s in Mikel Arteta’s plans for the 2023/24 campaign, and the Gunners intend to keep him around this summer.

Smith Rowe has been linked with West Ham, and the Hammers reportedly do admire the player. Aston Villa and Brighton are two other Premier League clubs with an interest.

But the midfielder is currently set to stay at Arsenal following his conversations with the club.

On a potential swap deal with West Ham for Declan Rice, Fabrizio Romano had previously reported that Arsenal weren’t interested in including Smith Rowe in their proposal.

This isn’t the first we’ve heard that Smith Rowe is set to stay, as David Ornstein recently reported that Arsenal have no intention to sell him this summer.

The midfielder still has a contract until 2026, and he remains an important part of Mikel Arteta’s plans, despite his minimal role for the club this season.

Ornstein reports that Arsenal are hoping Smith Rowe shines at the u21 European Championships and in pre-season, before having a big season in 2023/24.

Smith Rowe made 15 appearances for Arsenal this season, amid injury setbacks, providing one assist in the comeback win over Bournemouth and another on the final day of the season against Wolves.

For the time being, Smith Rowe’s focus is on the u21 Euros, having now been named in the England u21 squad for the competition this summer.

The event kicks off on June 21st, and England could still be in the tournament until July 8th, if they make it all the way to the final.