**_Bournemouth have reportedly opened discussions over a potential summer move for Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson._**
The 25-year-old spent last season on loan at Fulham and has now returned to Arsenal, with his long-term future still uncertain.
Recent reports claim that Marco Silva's side are keen to sign Nelson on a permanent basis this summer.
Now, another Premier League club has entered the race for the Englishman's signature.
According to **_[FootballTransfers](https://www.footballtransfers.com/en/transfer-news/tag/arsenal-features/exclusive-arsenal-transfer-news-bournemouth-reiss-nelson-steve-kay)_**, Bournemouth are interested in Nelson and have already opened talks with Arsenal regarding a possible deal.
Cherries manager Andoni Iraola is understood to have personally contacted Mikel Arteta — a close childhood friend — to enquire about Nelson's situation.
Bournemouth are currently believed to be leading the race to sign the Arsenal winger, with the South Coast club "pushing the hardest" to secure his services.