Arsene Wenger says he will keep Arsenal's transfer plans "secret" after Lyon claimed they had turned down a €35million Gunners bid for Alexandre Lacazette.
Wenger has so far made just two signings in the close season, bringing in 20-year-old Rob Holding following the arrival of Switzerland star Granit Xhaka from Borussia Monchengladbach.
"Lyon is responsible for their own statements," he said. "On the transfer front, I think the best [option] is always to keep [it] as secret as possible. If we sign somebody, we will announce it. But I cannot tell you much more on that."
Wenger went on to praise the developing qualities of youngster Gedion Zelalem, and he expects the 19-year-old to play a part in Thursday's pre-season game against an MLS All-Star side.
"Last season he was on loan at Glasgow Rangers, where he did quite well," he said. "He is a player with top quality. He might take a bit longer to mature because he was physically a little bit behind on body structure but I'm sure he will be a great player.
"He [matured a bit slowly] physically but overall I’m convinced that he will make a great career."
