Arsenal could close the signing of Sampdoria midfielder Lucas Torreira in the coming days.

The Daily Express says yesterday it was revealed Arsenal had medical staff in Russia to get the deal over the line.

And now it is understood that the deal could be wrapped up and announced before Uruguay's next World Cup match - on Wednesday against Saudi Arabia.

There are complications around announcing signings during the World Cup and Arsenal would need Uruguay's blessing, but the signs are good with the 22-year-old keen to have things resolved.

He has agreed personal terms and is likely to undergo his medical at some point this weekend before the deal is announced if Arsenal are given the green light by Uruguay.

He came on in the final minutes of the 1-0 win over Egypt yesterday as Uruguay kicked off their campaign.