Arsenal handed surprise boost in signing Chelsea star

Arsenal have been handed a surprise boost in signing Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos this summer.

The Brazilian made his breakthrough with the Blues last season, but he is still not an assured starter for them.

Chelsea have opened the door for his transfer this summer, and reports claim that his agent has received multiple offers.

Manchester United are one of the player's main suitors, but they could face competition from the English champions.

Arsenal were interested in landing the Blues ace last summer, but they could not convince their rivals into selling him.

The scenario has completely changed in the last 12 months and Chelsea are more than willing to sanction his sale now.

It has been claimed that a package of around £50m could be sufficient to prise Santos away from the Blues this summer.

There are other clubs expected to enter the race but Premier League sides are best placed to sign him due to the huge price tag.