Arsenal are pushing to sign Bologna defender Takehiro Tomiyasu today.

The Japan international has long been a target for North London rivals Tottenham this summer.

However, The Athletic reports Arsenal are now in pole position to land Tomiyasu, who is eager to make a move to England before the deadline falls tonight.

Bologna are prepared to sell - though won't budge from their €20m valuation.

Tomiyasu has a deal with the Serie A outfit to 2024.