Arsenal are ready to make an offer for Torino's Alessio Cerci after it was confirmed main striker Olivier Giroud will be out of action for four months.
Manager Arsene Wenger explained no striker is shortlisted to replace the Frenchman but the Gunners are clearly short of options in the offensive department.
Southampton and Queens Park Rangers are also reportedly interested in the 27-year-old.
Leicester City sign Argentinian midfielder Esteban Cambiasso
Former Real Madrid and Internazionale midfielder Esteban Cambiasso has joined Leicester City after signing a one-year contract with the Foxes.
One of Jose Mourinho's main men in the formidable side that went on to win the treble with Internazionale, the 34-year-old will add experience to Nigel Pearson's midfield.
Sunderland on course to sign Toby Alderweireld on season-long deal
Atletico Madrid's Toby Alderweireld is close to joining Sunderland, according to The Daily Mail.
Arsenal and Southampton are also reported to be chasing the 25-year-old but the Black Cats are favourites to sign the defender.
