Arsenal hope the £34million signing of Fabio Vieira from Porto will help unlock the door in their pursuit of Leeds star Raphinha, according to reports.
The Brazilian was tipped to undergo a move to Barcelona following an impressive second season in the Premier League, but negotiations with the Spanish giants stalled due to their ongoing financial complications.
It is believed the winger's agent - former Barcelona and Chelsea star Deco - plans to speak to the Nou Camp chiefs in Catalonia later this week to receive an update on the club's spending power.