Expanding on his analysis, McCoist suggested that Chelsea’s unique situation might be more attractive to the 26-year-old. He highlighted their "young side with a lot of potential" as a factor that could appeal to Alvarez’s desire for a talismanic starting role.
He added: “And you know something? Chelsea might appeal to him because of that, because of those factors you've mentioned, particularly the one about a young side with a lot of potential. If he came to Arsenal, they still haven't got over the line at this moment in time. I think they will, and I think they will in a couple of years, but it's a big six weeks coming up for Arsenal, there's no doubt. You look at the size of Arsenal's squad; it's absolutely massive. So, he's probably got a better chance of getting more regular playing time with Chelsea.”