Arsenal are reportedly set to face competition from Aston Villa for the signature of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic.
The 25-year-old has endured a mixed time in the Italian top flight this term, scoring nine goals and providing four assists across 26 Serie A appearances.
Vlahovic is largely expected to depart Allianz Stadium over the summer, with Juve targeting a move for strikers such as Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund.
The towering Serbian suffered a muscle injury near the end of April and is set to return to the first-team fold for the final games of the campaign.
Juventus are currently fourth in the Serie A standings, level on points with Roma in fifth, meaning that the race for a Champions League spot is extremely tight.
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Arsenal willing to bid £51m for Vlahovic?
According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Arsenal are considering top-quality forward options ahead of a summer transfer window which will shape their title charge next year.
The report claims that - among other strikers - the Gunners are interested in securing the services of Juventus wantaway Vlahovic during the off-season.
It is understood that Mikel Arteta's side are willing to submit an offer of up to £51m for the 25-year-old, who is seemingly heading out of the door at the Old Lady.
It is believed that such a transfer fee would be no issue for the Champions League-contending club due to their financial strength at this moment.
As well as the Gunners, top-five hopefuls Aston Villa are also said to be very keen on bringing Juve man Vlahovic to the Premier League this summer, as per TEAMtalk.
Who needs Vlahovic the most?
Currently second in the Premier League table, Arsenal have ran out of firepower and steam in their title charge, possibly down to their diversity of attacking options.
The Gunners have battled on without the services of a central striker this term, relying on the likes of Mikel Merino and Kai Havertz to play the role.
Recently losing Jhon Duran to the Saudi Pro League and with Marcus Rashford's loan set to expire, Villa could also do with a new forward during the upcoming transfer window.
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