FOOTBALL agent Andrea D’Amico has confirmed that Arsenal have tabled a £34million offer for Sassuolo midfielder Manuel Locatelli.
The Gunners are known to be admirers of the 23-year-old who helped Italy win Euro 2020 – their first European Championship since 1968.
But they face competition from Serie A giants Juventus, with the Old Lady believed to be the player’s preference.
However it is understood that the Turin outfit are yet to meet Sassuolo’s £34m asking price, and are instead eyeing up a swap deal.
Reports in Italian media have claimed that Massimiliano Allegri’s side are ready to offer £25m plus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli.
And Fagioli’s agent Andrea D’Amico has confirmed that both Juve and Arsenal are after Locatelli, though his client has not been included in any transfer.
Speaking to Sky Sport Italia via the Standard, he said: “Juventus would like to sign Locatelli and Arsenal have already offered €40m [£34m].
“But I can assure you that, as of today, Fagioli has not been included in the deal.
“Massimiliano Allegri wants to see him in training to understand if he can be useful during the season.”
Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali declared earlier this month that Arsenal have already made their first move to bring Locatelli to the Emirates.
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He remarked: “Arsenal have made an official bid for Locatelli.
“They’re pushing hard to sign Manuel and it’s an important bid… we will see.”
Arsenal have confirmed the arrival of midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga for £17m from Anderlecht.
And they are hopeful of securing Ben White’s services for £50m after reaching an agreement with Brighton.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
