Source: The Guardian
A rumour that sprouted just days after the close of the summer transfer window, Arsenal allegedly saw a deadline day bid for Simone Zaza rejected by Juventus but could revive their interest in the new year.
The 6 foot 2 forward, famed for his blend of power and trickery, bagged 20 goals in 64 Serie A outings for Sassuolo, paving the way for Juve to exercise an €18million re-purchase clause in July.
But first team opportunities remain rather limited for the six-cap Italy international in Turin following the summer arrivals of Paulo Dybala and Mario Mandzukic; this term he’s made just two starts in all competitions and four appearances in total, scoring twice.
The Gunners were allegedly put off by Zaza’s £22million price-tag but an Emirates loan move for the 24 year-old remains an alternative scenario – provided the north London outfit are prepared to pay his wages and a £1.4million loan fee.