Arsenal technical director Edu has held talks with Arthur Melo’s agent - but still cannot reach agreement with Juventus.
The Italian giants have offered Arthur on an 18 month loan agreement but there are still big financial stumbling blocks to overcome.
Brazil international Arthur is keen to move to Arsenal, Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has spelt out his plans and Edu had a productive meeting with the midfielder’s agent Federico Pastorello in London.