Arsenal are considering activating Real Betis midfielder Guido Rodriguez's £68million release clause.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the Gunners have been scouting the 26-year-old for months and will make their move this summer.
The defensive midfielder has a deal in Andalusia until 2024.
But Mikel Arteta's side stand a good chance of poaching the Argentine international for less than his release clause with Betis set for a huge windfall.
Cash-strapped Betis are likely to offload a number of stars this summer to balance the books in line with LaLiga's economic regulations. Â
Rodriguez first made his name for River Plate and has won ten caps for his country since making his debut in 2017. Â
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Betis are preparing themselves for an offer when the window opens and will find it hard to say no if a sizeable financial package is on the table.
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