Arsenal interested in Real Madrid midfielder Isco

Arsenal could launch a summer move for Real Madrid midfielder Isco, after the Gunners reportedly secured 'first refusal' on the 23-year-old.

The Sun say Arsene Wenger and the Emirates hierarchy made an initial approach during January, but the move was blocked by new Los Blancos boss Zinedine Zidane.

Bernabeu legend Zidane apparently decided he would not have time to bring in a replacement before the transfer window slammed shut.

A fee of £35million has reportedly been agreed, with Arsenal having the chance to increase that sum should a higher offer be made.