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Dijon goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson passes Arsenal medical; agrees contract

Dijon goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson is on track to sign for Arsenal this week.

Arsenal are set to replace Emiliano Martinez with Runarsson.

With Aston Villa on the verge of signing the Argentine star Martinez for £20m, Arteta has turned his attention to Iceland stopper Runarsson.

The Ligue 1 ace could be an Arsenal player soon, having reportedly already undergone a medical ahead of a transfer.

Iceland's 433 reports Runarsson underwent checks yesterday and will sign a five-year contract at the Emirates Stadium.

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