Arsenal have opened negotiations with Sampdoria over midfielder Lucas Torreira, according to reports in Italy.
The Gunners have long been linked with a move for the Uruguay international, who has starred in Serie A in recent seasons.
Several other clubs are believed to be monitoring the defensive midfielder, including Borussia Dortmund and Napoli.
But Di Marzio now report that Arsenal are in contact with Sampdoria over the 22-year-old, who will be in action for his country at the World Cup this summer.
Negotiations are said to be underway and, even though the players has a €25 million release clause, talks over a differently structured deal are ongoing.
Torreira is believed to be keen on a possible switch to the Premier League.
The speculation over the Sampdoria midfielder has certainly got Arsenal fans excited - Here's a selection of how they have been reacting on social media.
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