Olympique Marseille are preparing a bid for Arsenal fullback Nuno Tavares.

Tavares has been struggling on-loan with Nottingham Forest this season.

But last season's spell with OM left a positive impression and they're eager to bring him back, says L'Equipe.

And they're ready to discuss an outright deal with Arsenal for the Portuguese.

For their part, Forest are unlikely to stand in Tavares' way should OM reach terms with Arsenal.