Arsenal join Liverpool in race to sign Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella
Arsenal are keeping tabs on Cagliaris central midfielder Nicolo Barella, according to reports in Italy.
The 21-year-old made his senior debut three years ago and is widely considered as one of the top young prospects in Italian football.
Barella has attracted interest from several Serie A clubs including Juventus, Inter and Roma.
But according to Gazzetta dello Sport, Arsenal are also in the race and have sent a scout to keep track of Barellas progress in Serie A.
Cagliari, however, are unwilling to let the midfielder leave in the January transfer window and reportedly value him at €50 million (£44m).
Arsenal may also face competition from Liverpool, with reports claiming last month that Jurgen Klopps side are confident of winning the race for Barella.
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The Gunners are in the market for a potential replacement for Aaron Ramsey after the club withdrew their offer of a new contract.
Ramsey is now expected to leave Arsenal on a free transfer at the end of the season, which will leave a gap to fill in Unai Emerys midfield.
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