Arsenal have made a move for Fiorentina defender Davide Astori.

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger admits he needs to find a defensive signing before the summer market shuts and his search has led him to Astori, says GazzaMercato.it.

Arsenal made an approach to Fiorentina about Astori, but have received little encouragement.

The Viola insist the stopper is not for sale.

Arsenal turned to Astori after finding Valencia's asking price for Shkodran Mustafi too rich.