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Arsenal eager to set up swap for Atletico Madrid fullback Trippier

Arsenal are willing to send Hector Bellerin to Atletico Madrid in a swap for Kieran Trippier.

Football.London says Bellerin wants to return to Spain and both Atletico and Barcelona are keen.

Gunners manager Mikel Arteta is believed to be keen on getting a player in exchange for the full-back, with both Trippier and Barca's Emerson mentioned as potential options.

And the Bellerin and Trippier swap is 'a genuine prospect'.

Arsenal forward Alexandre Lacazette could also reportedly be used in a possible exchange package.

Atletico have held off interest from Manchester United to so far keep hold of England international Trippier.

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