ARSENAL are reportedly preparing a club-record £86million bid for Victor Osimhen.

That’s as Mikel Arteta looks to beat Manchester United to the highly-rated Napoli striker.

Gazzetta claims Osimhen, 23, is in high demand this summer.

The Nigeria international has scored 24 goals in 51 Serie A games since a £60m move from Lille in 2020.

And Osimhen is now ready to take the next step in his career by playing in England.

Man United are interested in a deal as Erik ten Hag looks to support Cristiano Ronaldo up front.

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But Arsenal have been monitoring Osimhen since his days in France.

And Arteta reckons he would be the perfect replacement for Alexandre Lacazette, who has just rejoined Lyon on a free transfer.

Napoli are demanding £86m to let Osimhen go this summer.

Yet Arsenal have not been put off by the price tag, it's claimed.

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And they are even willing to meet it knowing that United are not prepared to pay that fee.

Should Arsenal bid £86m, it would shatter the £72m fee they paid for Nicolas Pepe in 2019.

Arsenal’s move for Osimhen comes as they also close in on Gabriel Jesus.

It’s reckoned Man City are set to accept a £50m bid from the Gunners, despite additional interest from Chelsea and Spurs.

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Jesus is said to be keen on moving to the Emirates, having worked with Arteta during the Spaniard’s time as City No2.

And a deal could be completed before the end of the month.

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