Arsenal join race to sign Real Madrid's star striker

Arsenal are believed to have joined the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus in the race to sign French international Karim Benzema from Real Madrid during the summer transfer window.

According to Spanish newspaper Marca, the Gunners manager Arsene Wenger is keen on bringing his long-term target to the Emirates for the next season, with Los Blancos likely to cash in on the player in the summer.

However, the North London outfit are set to face a bidding war from European duo of Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus, who are also tracking the player's transfer situation.

The 26-year-old has notched up 18 goals in 33 games for the La Liga giants this season.