Arsenal look likely to win the race to sign Napoli star Gonzalo Higuain after jumping ahead of the competition, according to reports.
The Argentina international is set to leave Napoli at the end of the season, and a host of top clubs have been reported to be keen on landing his signature.
Serie A giants Juventus have apparently been holding talks with Higuain’s brother about a transition, but now reports suggest Arsenal are the front-runners.
The £57,000-a-week ace would cost £28.9million to sign, and Arsenal have significant funds for new players.
Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal side are currently second in the Barclays Premier League having accumulated 66 points, one point ahead of Manchester United in third.