Juventus 'favourites' to land Robin van Persie

Juventus have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Arsenal's Robin van Persie, according to a report.

The Dutch striker has been linked with several Premier League clubs since turning down a new contract at the Emirates, but allegedly favours a switch to Serie A.

A source close to the deal told The Mirror: "The Premier League is not the be all and end all, like it might for an English player.

"Van Persie is Dutch, has a different mindset and other big players like Zlatan Ibrahimovic have had good careers in Italy."

Manchester United and Manchester City are also said to be tracking Van Persie, though Arsenal remain hopeful that he will see out the final year of his contract.