Everton are pushing to sign Lazio attacker Joaquin Correa.
Italian transfer expert Alfredo Pedulla claims the Goodison Park side are pursuing Correa who has attracted interest from Tottenham as well as the Gunners.
The player, who is 27 and has eight international caps for Argentina, netted 11 goals and provided six assists across all competitions last season.
The Argentine is considering his options despite the coach publicly expressing his wish for the star to stay and fight for his place.
Reports in Italy suggest Everton are gearing up to make an improved offer for the Serie A player who helped Argentina to win this year's Copa America.
La Gazetta dello Sport claims the Toffees, who play Leeds next, had an initial £21.5m bid rejected by the Italian giants.