Fiorentina general director Joe Barone has all- but confirmed Arsenal's pursuit of Dusan Vlahovic.
The Gunners have been fiercely linked with a move for the Serbian international and football.london understands that the north Londoners are pushing to try and complete a sensational swoop for the 21-year-old's services this month.
Vlahovic is Mikel Arteta's top striker transfer target, with the former Manchester City assistant coach keen to bring in a long-term replacement for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang whilst Alexandre Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah are both into the final six months of their respective contracts with the club.
