Arsenal have launched a bid for Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico.

Calciomercato.com says Arsenal have submitted an £8million bid for Argentina defender Tagliafico.

It is understood the Gunners are keen to bring in the left-back in the new year as their injury crisis continues.

Arsenal are now set to beat fellow Premier League side Newcastle to Tagliafico's signature after the Toon failed in their pursuit during the summer.

The full-back, 26, has impressed this season as Ajax sit second in the Eredivisie behind high-flying PSV Eindhoven.