Arsenal are alert to the possibility of signing Julian Alvarez this summer, talkSPORT understands.
The Argentina star has publicly informed Atletico Madrid that he wants to be sold this summer.
Julian Alvarez at the World Cup
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Alvarez was the hero for Argentina in their quarter-final victory over SwitzerlandCredit: Getty
Barcelona are his preferred destination, but Atletico are reluctant to do business with their LaLiga rivals having already rejected an £86million bid.
talkSPORT can reveal Arsenal explored the possibility of offering Viktor Gyokeres as a makeweight during initial talks with Atletico.
The Gunners remain interested in Morgan Rogers and any move for Alvarez would be considered separate.
Elsewhere, talkSPORT understands Arsenal remain in positive talks with Brugge over a move for Greek winger Christos Tzolis.
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It comes after Leandro Trossard's £17million move to Besiktas was confirmed.
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