Arsenal are threatening Barcelona plans for Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski.

Barca are favourites to sign Lewandowski, but in recent days Arsenal have emerged as surprising suitors for the Poland international - even though Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus is their priority.

Sport says the Gunners 'have the money' required in order to bring Lewandowski to the Emirates Stadium.

However, while that's the case, it's also added that Arsenal aren't really seen as a viable option for the striker.

That, most likely, is due to the fact they're primed to miss out on qualifying for the Champions League yet again under Mikel Arteta.

The Gunners had, until recently, been in pole position to finish in the top four.