Southampton are unlikely to re-sign Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain this summer as wages are are stumbling block, according to Sky Sports News.
Oxlade-Chamberlain is on the books at Turkish giants Besiktas, having joined the Black Eagles when he left Liverpool last summer.
The 30-year-old has struggled to make an impact in Istanbul though and Besiktas want to move him on, with American former goalkeeper Brad Friedel charged with finding takers for him.
Oxlade-Chamberlain came through the youth ranks at Southampton before being snapped up by Arsenal.
A possible emotional homecoming to the south coast has been floated, but it looks unlikely to happen.
It is suggested that Oxlade-Chamberlain’s wages mean a return to Southampton appears to be off the table.
Russell Martin is preparing his side for a campaign of Premier League football, which will kick off later this month.
He has added experience in the shape of Adam Lallana, but Oxlade-Chamberlain will not be joining the 36-year-old.
