Napoli are beating Arsenal in the race to sign Bayern Munich Luiz Gustavo, according to FIFA agent Giacomo Petralito.
Speculation has intensified in recent days over where the Brazil international will be plying his trade this season, with some reports stating that he is nearing a move to the Emirates Stadium.
However, Petralito - who is based in Germany - says that the Partenopei are leading the hunt for the 26-year-old.
"The way I see the situation, Napoli are not a club you can turn down," he told TMW.
"Even if it meant reducing your wages by 10%, Napoli remain the top choice. It's not just for Rafa Benitez, but for the importance of the city and the project being developed.
"Luiz Gustavo is a very important player who would suit any club in Italy, not just Napoli. However, the Partenopei already have three midfielders of a good quality, so they'd have to sell one."
France Under-20 international Yaya Sanogo remains Arsene Wenger's solitary summer signing thus far.
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