Arsenal have knocked back an initial approach from Chelsea for Emile Smith Rowe.
Mauricio Pochettino wants to add an attacker to his ranks before Friday’s transfer deadline and Smith Rowe is among the names the Blues have enquired about.
However, Chelsea’s overtures have been met with short thrift by Arsenal who have told their London rivals they do not want to sell their England international to a team who are direct competitors.
Sources claim that an offer way above market value may tempt the Gunners into selling before Friday’s deadline.