Jonny Evans (left) was also wanted at Manchester City for a brief period
But Albion are holding for on their valuation.
However, the lack of competition for Evans’ signature may work in Arsenal’s favour.
Manchester City are on the verge of smashing their transfer record for Athletic Bilbao star Aymeric Laporte.
That means Pep Guardiola will now back away from a move for Evans.
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West Brom are in no desperate need to sell Evans, whose presence in their back line appears integral to their survival chances this season.
Manager Alan Pardew has signed Egyptian defender Ali Gabr on loan - just in case the Northern Ireland international moves on - the Sun claim.
But with Evans set to play against Liverpool in the FA Cup today, the likelihood of a deal being done before the weekend is out looks slim.