Arsenal have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Dusan Vlahovic after reports in Italy suggested that the Fiorentina star is seeking a more 'ambitious' project than what the Gunners are offering.
Mikel Arteta is desperate for a new striker to lead the line at the Emirates, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang exiled from the first team while Alexandre Lacazette's contract expires at the end of the season.
Youngster Eddie Nketiah is also set to leave for free and has garnered interest from Bayer Leverkusen, Brighton, West Ham and Crystal Palace.