A swap could be on over Fiorentina's pursuit of Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos.
The Daily Mail says Fiorentina are keen on Senderos, which could pave the way for Arsenal's bid for Felipe Melo.
Switzerland international Senderos has been on loan from Arsenal to AC Milan and admits he would welcome a return to Italy next season.
Fiorentina are now weighing up an approach with Arsenal keen on their £15m-rated Brazilian midfielder Melo.