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Arsenal transfer news: Nicolas Tagliafico agent provides update on Ajax star’s move
ARSENAL could be heading for a disappointment after the agent who represents Nicolas Tagliafico hinted his client will move to Italy in the summer.
Ajax star Nicolas Tagliafico demonstrates talent on pitch
Ajax left-back Tagliafico has been strongly linked with a move to the Etihad and previous reports have suggested Arsenal could get him for a knockdown £8milliom.
The Argentina star has been instrumental in Ajax’s run to the Champions League semi-final and is being tracked by a host of Europe’s biggest clubs.
Both Tottenham and Atletico Madrid have also been credited with interest along with Arsenal.
However, agent Ricardo Schlieper has now revealed he is keen on a move to Serie A and suggested Inter Milan might be his most lily destination.
"Inter and Italian football are always attractive destinations for Argentine players,” he said.
"Let’s not forget, like it was once said, that we’re Italians who speak Spanish.
"Everything’s very familiar. It’s like being at home.
"Tagliafico has always been our priority for Italy, but in the most appropriate moment we will find the right place. We will see what happens."
Tagliafico recently turned down the offer of a new contract and is set to move on from the Dutch giants after only one and a half seasons at the club.
“I think in the summer it could be a natural time to take the step,” he previously said.
"But I try not to think about taking that step just yet because we have many important games to focus on.”
On being linked with clubs in the Premier League, he added: "Yes, it’s flattering because I think it’s the most competitive league.
"When you are a child, the target is to come to Europe and play in a top league like the Premier League."
Arsenal are known to be keen in signing a new left-back in the summer as manager Unai Emery looks to overhaul his squad.
However, Emery’s budget will be determined by where the Gunners finish in the league this season.
Previous reports claim he will be given just £40m if they fail to qualify for next seasons Champions League through virtue of a top-four finish or by winning the Europa League.