Real Betis 'in talks to sign Hector Bellerin on loan'

Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerin is reportedly in talks with La Liga side Real Betis ahead of a proposed loan move this summer.

The 26-year-old, who has two years remaining on his contract, is keen for a fresh challenge away from the Emirates and wants to join a club who have secured European qualification for next season.

According to Spanish news outlet ABC de Sevilla, Betis have identified Bellerin as a primary target this summer as Brazilian right-back Emerson is set to join Barcelona.

Manuel Pellegrini's side qualified for the Europa League after finishing sixth in La Liga this campaign and they allegedly feel that the Spaniard, who is a boyhood Betis supporter, would be willing to join the club on a temporary deal.

It is understood that Arsenal will not stand in the way of Bellerin leaving the club this summer, as they are preparing a major overhaul of their first-team squad.

Bellerin has played 239 times for the Gunners since joining the club's academy in 2011, including 35 appearances across all competitions this season.