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Arsenal are inching closer to a summer deal for Barcelona forward Pedro, according to reports.

The Spain international signed a new contract extension to extend his stay at the Catalan giants until the summer of 2019.

However, this has not deterred the Gunners' pursuit of the talented winger, who has been on the fringes of the first-team at Camp Nou in recent seasons.

Reports in Spain cite that the Gunners are in crunch talks with the player's representatives over a possible summer move.

It is understood that the North London giants would have to spend a fee of at least £25m to land the Spaniard's signature, as the new deal has increased his transfer value.