Following much speculation surrounding Lucas Torreira's future, Sampdoria sporting director Carlo Osti has confirmed the Uruguayan midfielder will leave the the Serie A side this summer, with Arsenal leading the race to sign the highly rated youngster.
Torreira is reportedly on the brink of joining Arsenal this summer, serving as a replacement for the outgoing Jack Wilshere, as new Gunners boss Unai Emery continues his summer overhaul at the north London club.
It is understood that a fee has been agreed between the two clubs, with the 22-year-old Uruguay international set to cost the Gunners around £26m, making him a considerable bargain in a market of massively inflated transfer fees.