Arsenal approach Fiorentina for midfielder – but they can’t meet key demand

By Alasdair Mackenzie
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Arsenal have made an approach for Fiorentina midfielder Jordan Veretout but Napoli remain favourites for his signature, according to reports.

Jordan Veretout

The Frenchman is in advanced talks with Carlo Ancelotti’s side, but an agreement is yet to be reached.

L’Equipe has reported that Arsenal have entered the fray by making an enquiry for the former Aston Villa playmaker.

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Alasdair Mackenzie

Alasdair Mackenzie is a freelance journalist based in Rome, and a FourFourTwo contributor since 2015. When not pulling on the FFT shirt, he can be found at Reuters, The Times and the i. An Italophile since growing up on a diet of Football Italia on Channel 4, he now counts himself among thousands of fans sharing a passion for Ross County and Lazio.