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Italian giants close to negotiating deal for €35m Arsenal target

After it was revealed yesterday by his agent that he was close to a move, Arsenal target Jackson Martinez’s next destination is looking increasingly like being AC Milan. According to a report by Sky Italia, as relayed here by Tuttomercatoweb, the Rossoneri’s Vice-President Adriano Galliani will be flying to Portugal to finalise a deal with Martinez’s current club Porto.

The Colombian’s release clause is set at €35 million, and Spanish club Valencia currently have the highest bid at €30 million. But according to the report, Milan are confident of meeting the required demands and bringing the in-demand striker to the San Siro next season.