Galatasaray are lining up a bid for Arsenal midfielder Andrey Arshavin.
The Russia international is regarded highly by Gala coach Fatih Terim, who has requested his signing this summer.
Istanbul sources say Gala are prepared to offer £12 million to convince Arsenal to sell.
Arshavin's camp have expressed frustration this year over the lack of progress from Arsenal regarding new contract talks.
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