AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani sounded out Arsenal directors yesterday about Robin van Persie's situation.

Galliani is a huge fan of the Dutchman, particularly after the way he took apart the Milan defence both home and away during their Champions League encounter.

Corriere dello Sport says Galliani registered his interest with Arsenal in the official pre-match dinner before last night's nailbiter.

Juventus are also chasing Van Persie for the summer market as the Gunners ace dithers over new contract talks.