Napoli are aware of competition from Arsenal for Lyon midfielder Maxime Gonalons.
The Daily Mail says the 25-year-old Gonalons remains an option for Gunners boss Arsene Wenger in his search for a ball-winning midfielder.
Lyon president Jean Michel Aulas has declared the France international can leave for a 'top ten club' and Napoli have long been considered the favourites.
However, the Italian club have been told in their initial negotiations that Arsenal hold a keen interest and wish to be informed if rivals bids are made.
