Mexico striker Carlos Vela is set to be sent out on loan by Arsenal until the end of the season, with Bolton emerging as the likely destination
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that Bolton, which had Gunners midfielder Jack Wilshere on loan for part of last season, is one of ''many clubs'' interested in Vela.
The 21-year-old Vela has seen his first-team chances at Arsenal limited this season, with Marouane Chamakh, Nicklas Bendtner, Robin van Persie and Theo Walcott all ahead of him in the Arsenal pecking order.
''Bolton is one of the clubs that has shown an interest - we have many clubs that have shown interest and I am not surprised,'' Wenger said Tuesday. ''I want Carlos to play at the top, top level and the club who gives me the biggest guarantee to play will have the chance to sign him. I would expect it to happen in early January because he is keen to play.''
Vela has scored three goals in 11 appearances for Arsenal this season.
''He has been patient and worked very hard,'' Wenger said. ''He has matured a lot and changed a lot in a positive way and is a fantastic boy who deserves to play. He is a fantastic talent and I do not want to lose him and I want him now to get experience.''
