Arsenal have now held talks with the agents of a "fantastic" Premier League player, with a view to a potential summer transfer swoop, according to a report.
Gunners' striker search continues
At this stage, a whole host of Europe's top strikers have been linked with moves to the Emirates Stadium, with Mikel Arteta keen on bringing in a new forward, who could usurp Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus in the starting XI.
However, Arteta's number one target remains Newcastle United's Alexander Isak, and there was recently a boost in the Gunners' pursuit of the Swedish forward, with it being revealed he has now expressed a desire to move to north London this summer.
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Isak would be a real statement signing, given the impact he has made at St. James' Park this season, netting 19 Premier League goals, but Arteta's side are also running the rule over some talented young English strikers.
Blackburn Rovers striker Harvey Higgins is the latest forward to be shortlisted, with the north Londoners planning an imminent move for the 16-year-old, while they have also made the first move towards signing Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap.
That is according to a report from The Boot Room, which states Arsenal have now held talks with Delap's representatives, having been impressed by how confident the Ipswich striker is.
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Ipswich are looking to receive £40m for the forward, and there is widespread interest in his signature, with Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur making contact with his agents, while Newcastle United are also keen.
With Ipswich looking likely to be relegated from the top flight, the Englishman would be interested in a move to any of the interested clubs and believes he will be able to make an impact wherever he ends up.
"Fantastic" Delap enjoying impressive campaign
The Tractor Boys look set for an instant return to the Championship, currently sitting nine points adrift of safety, but their fate may have been sealed a long time ago if it wasn't for Delap's attacking contributions.
The 22-year-old has 10 goals to his name in the Premier League this term, which is an impressive total, given that he is in a struggling side, and he received high praise from Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca.
"Fantastic player. He’s working hard off the ball. On the ball he understands the game. He can be an important player for England."
The Ipswich star has shown some very promising signs this season, with his goal return indicating he could be a suitable alternative to Isak, but incoming sporting director Andrea Berta hasn't given up on signing the Newcastle talisman.
Arsenal are set to make an "important proposal" for the 25-year-old this summer, and it would be a real statement of intent if they were able to get a deal over the line.