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Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Elche midfielder Rodrigo Mendoza.
Spanish outlet Información previously reported that the Gunners were among the clubs tracking the 20-year-old.
Now, Arsenal’s interest has been reinforced elsewhere.
According to reliable Telegraph journalist Sam Dean, Mikel Arteta’s side are monitoring Rodrigo Mendoza ahead of a potential future move.
Mendoza is understood to have a £17.5m release clause that could be triggered in January. Although a summer switch is currently viewed as the more likely scenario.
In addition to Arsenal, several top clubs in Spain and Italy are also believed to hold an interest in the Elche midfielder.