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Atletico Madrid 'ready to renew their interest in Alexandre Lacazette and take advantage of 'strained' relationship with Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta... but could face competition from rivals Real'

Atletico Madrid are preparing to revisit their pursuit of Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette.

The LaLiga giants were heavily linked with the Frenchman last summer, but no move was finalised as the club instead signed Luis Suarez from Barcelona.

However, according to AS, Atletico are ready to renew their interest in Lacazette and take advantage of his 'strained' relationship with Gunners boss Mikel Arteta.

Atletico Madrid are preparing to revisit their pursuit of Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette
Atletico want to take advantage of his 'strained' relationship with Gunners boss Mikel Arteta

Lacazette is reportedly not part of Arteta's long-term plans at the Emirates Stadium and with his contract running out next year, clubs - including Atletico's rivals Real Madrid - are beginning to monitor the striker.