Arsenal plan Far East tour

Arsenal are preparing to embark on a three-stage pre-season tour of the Far East, according to The Guardian.

Arsene Wenger's squad will be heading to Seoul, Beijing and Hong Kong following the conclusion of Euro 2012.

The tour will be part of a hectic summer for the Gunners, who are also due to travel to the Nigerian capital of Abuja for a friendly fixture.

Arsenal may also have to contend with Champions League qualifiers around the same time.