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Arsenal set for transfer battle with Tottenham for £35m midfielder
ARSENAL have set their sights on Everton midfielder Ross Barkley, according to reports.
Ross Barkley is reportedly a summer target for Arsenal
Ross Barkley has yet to agree a new deal with Everton leading to speculation he could be leaving the club in the summer.
Express Sport understands Ronald Koeman has issued the midfielder an ultimatum, telling him to sign a new contract or leave.
And according to the Daily Mail, the England international’s precarious position has attracted the attention of Arsenal.
Everton reportedly want £35million for Ross Barkley
OUTRAGE as Ross Barkley tackles Everton's Dejan Lovren
The report says the Gunners have made known their intention to sign the 23-year-old in the summer.
However, they face stiff competition for his signature from their local rivals Tottenham.
Spurs are said to be leading the chase to sign Barkley who is reportedly valued at around £35million.
Everton are thought to be eyeing Swansea’s Gylfi Sigurdsson as a replacement for the midfielder.
Barkley has made 37 appearances for the Toffees this season, scoring five goals and providing nine assists in all competitions.
He has one year remaining on his current contract at Goodison Park.
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