Arsenal have opened talks with Lyon over a possible move for striker Alexandre Lacazette.
A number of teams have registered interest in Lacazette but it is understood Arsenal are the closest to signing the France international.
The 26-year-old became a No 1 target for Arsene Wenger after interest in Monaco star Kylian Mbappe went cold.
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Conversations between Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas and the Gunners took place this week.
Talks will continue into next week as Wenger tries to complete the signing before the start of pre-season training.