Feyenoord boss Dick Advocaat has confirmed Arsenal want to sign their attacking midfielder Orkun Kokcu.
Sportsmail revealed last week that the Gunners had opened talks regarding a £23million move for the 19-year-old.
And Advocaat has effectively admitted Arsenal are hoping to land the youngster ahead of next season.
The Feyenoord chief said: 'It seems that what I read is true, but no one has yet come to Feyenoord (to make their interest clear).
'I think he fits in everywhere.'
Arsenal will face competition from Sevilla, but are hopeful of striking an early deal for the attacking midfielder - who is tipped to become one of the stars of Euro 2020.
Feyenoord want to tempt Kokcu to stay with an improved contract, but there is significant doubt over whether they can afford the sort of deal he will get elsewhere.
It comes as Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta wants a ruthless clear-out this summer to make way for new signings.