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Arsenal launch bid to sign USA goalkeeper Matt Turner as Mikel Arteta looks to increase competition for the No 1 spot

Arsenal have launched a bid to sign USA international goalkeeper Matt Turner.

Talks are underway with the MLS for the New England Revolution keeper with Arsenal looking to wrap up a deal swiftly.

Coach Mikel Arteta wants greater competition among his keepers with Bernd Leno the current understudy for Aaron Ramsdale.

Arsenal have launched a bid to sign USA international goalkeeper Matt Turner

The 6ft 3ins Turner has 13 caps for USA and was a member of their CONCACAF Gold Cup winning side last summer.

The offer is understood to be around £5million with add-ons taking it to £7m.