Arsenal are locked in talks with Blackburn Rovers for want-away defender Christopher Samba.

The Daily Mail says Samba has begged Blackburn not to block his dream move to the Emirates.

Rovers rejected an £8m bid by Arsenal for the defender, as they want £12m-£14m.

The clubs held more talks this week, with Arsenal also juggling a possible move for Everton's Phil Jagielka.

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