Mohamed Elneny: Arsenal confirm signing from Basel

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed the signing of FC Basel midfielder Mohamed Elneny, who could be available to face Stoke on Sunday.

Elneny, 23, has reportedly cost about £5m and is eligible to play in the Champions League.

Speaking after the 3-3 draw at Liverpool, Wenger said: "He has joined us and we will see if he can qualify for Sunday."

Elneny played in Basel's victory over Chelsea in the 2013-14 season.

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