Arsenal set to beat Manchester United to signing of Borussia Dortmund star

Arsenal look set to beat Manchester United to the signing of Borussia Dortmund defender Kevin Grosskreutz, according to the Express.

Grosskreutz, 26, has amassed over 175 appearances for the German giants, but Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is targeting a move for the defender.

The right-back is renowned for his versatility and can be utilised in many positions along the back-line, and also he can also function as a midfielder.

Grosskreutz is an Arsenal supporter so that suggests that the defender would prefer a move to the Emirates Stadium compared to a move to Old Trafford.

The Express reports that he would be available for a mere £3.7 million, meaning he would be a reliable, cheap solution for a Premier League side.

The Gunners completed the signing of Paulista from Arsenal yesterday, and Grosskreutz could soon be joining him at the North London club.