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Scunthorpe boss Nigel Adkins has confirmed his interest in re-signing Arsenal teenager Henri Lansbury but will have to wait.

Lansbury impressed while on loan at Glanford Park towards the end of last season and Adkins would love to take him back if the Gunners would agree to a deal.

There is a chance Arsene Wenger will give the nod to a deal but it looks as though they will only make a decision at the start of August, while Middlesbrough are also keen.

"We have asked Arsenal the question about Henri" Adkins told the Telegraph.

"And my understanding is they would be quite happy for him to come back here if they decide to release him on loan again. Arsenal, Chelsea and West Ham have all looked closely at what we do with players we take on loan.

"But as far as Henri is concerned, he will train with the first team squad at Arsenal for the first month when the players report back for the new season. Then the club will make a decision as to whether he goes back out on loan again."