**_Arsenal are reportedly among several European clubs interested in a potential summer move for Al-Nassr centre-back Aymeric Laporte._**
The 31-year-old former Manchester City defender is widely expected to leave the Saudi club this summer, with a return to Europe looking likely.
Several clubs across the continent have previously been linked with a move for the Spain international.
According to **_[Diario AS journalist Alfonso Herrán](https://as.com/futbol/valverde-pide-a-laporte-para-la-champions-n/#google_vignette)_**, Arsenal are one of a number of clubs showing interest in Laporte. The Gunners are understood to have made initial contact over a possible deal.
Aston Villa, Marseille, Athletic Bilbao, Inter Milan and Napoli have also been credited with interest in the experienced centre-back.
Laporte's current contract with Al-Nassr expires in the summer of 2026.