Arsenal’s sporting director, Andrea Berta, has reportedly held discussions with AC Milan winger Rafael Leao regarding a potential move to the Emirates this summer.
Reports suggest that Milan has lowered their asking price for the Portuguese forward significantly.
The Gunners are competing with London rivals Chelsea for the explosive 25-year-old, as manager Mikel Arteta aims to bolster his attacking options following another trophyless campaign.
Arsenal finished second in the Premier League this season as Liverpool secured the title.
A lack of firepower has been a key factor in Arsenal’s failure to secure silverware once again.
The mid-season losses of Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz proved pivotal, leaving a void in attack that the club is eager to fill.
Leao, a dynamic winger capable of playing on the flanks, is now high on Arsenal’s summer transfer wishlist.
According to Foot Mercato, Berta has already made contact with the 25-year-old to explore the possibility of a transfer.
Chelsea are also reported to be interested in Leao, seeking to strengthen their wide attacking options as well.
AC Milan appear open to selling Leao this summer but are demanding a fee of €80million (£67million), a significant reduction from their initial asking price of €100million (£84million).
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