Arsenal want to sign Benjamin Pavard?

Arsenal have been linked with a surprise move for Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard this summer.

The north London giants recently suffered a huge blow with Jurrien Timber picking up a knee injury in the curtain-raiser.

The Netherlands international requires a surgery for the same and he could be out of action for the next six months.

As a result, they are lining up a replacement and Corriere dello Sport claim that an offer could be made for Pavard.

Inter Milan have already made an opening bid of €25m for the defender, but Bayern want at least €35m for his exit.

Arsenal could make an offer for him in the coming days, considering Pavard is open to a Premier League move.

Manchester United were recently interested in signing him, but cooled their pursuit due to Harry Maguire's decision.

They accepted to sell the Englishman to West Ham United, but the centre-back refused to agree personal terms.

As a result, they don't have the funds to compete with the Gunners for the signing of Pavard from Bayern Munich.