Lille talisman Gabriel Magalhaes is "in the process of moving", according to Jose Fonte, who has admitted that the Arsenal-linked defender "has asked me questions about the Premier League".
Goal has reported that Arsenal are awaiting a final decision on a potential £25 million ($28m) deal for Gabriel, who is also being pursued by Italian giants Napoli.
Discussions between the Gunners and Lille have reached an advanced stage, and the Brazilian is expected to announce his preferred next destination in the coming days.
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Lille owner Gerard Lopez confirmed the impending departure of a prized asset over the weekend, telling Sky Sports: "We spoke to a number of clubs, our expectations were met by a number of clubs and we have given him [Gabriel] the time to decide.