Arsenal open talks for Isco

Arsenal have reportedly started negotiations with Real Madrid over a winter move for midfielder Isco.

The Spain international joined the Spanish giants from Malaga in 2013, and has since then been in and out of the starting line-up.

Isco had a great pre-season for the Bernabeu outfit, but he still remains a regular in the club's substitutes' bench.

According to The Express, the Gunners have begun early talks with Real over a January move for the Spanish midfielder as they seek to ward off interest from league rivals Manchester City.