Arsenal forward Alexandre Lacazette revealed he held talks with French giants Paris Saint-Germain before opting to move to the Premier League.
Lacazette became Arsenal's most expensive signing in a deal with Lyon reportedly worth £52.7million in July.
"We talked to PSG but I knew it was not where I wanted to go. In France, I would only play for Lyon," Lacazette told RMC Sport.
"PSG could have helped me progress because they of the big players they have but I wanted to play in another league."
It has been a difficult start to the season for Arsenal, though Arsene Wenger's men are seven matches unbeaten in all competitions since their 4-0 rout at Liverpool.
"I believe in the title, whether in the Premier League or in the Europa League," Lacazette added.
"We have a big group, everyone gets along, it's not always the best that wins."
