Arsenal are scouting Roma defender Kostas Manolas and Atalanta midfielder Franck Kessie, something which means they were able to kill two birds with one stone at the weekend.
Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is keeping a close watch on the Italian market as he considers options which may be available if he chooses to reinforce his squad.
And so Arsenal scouted both players at the weekend as Atalanta hosted Roma in a Serie A clash, according to Italian sports daily Gazzetta dello Sport, which finished 2-1 to the hosts.
Greece international Manolas was linked with a move away from Roma in the summer transfer window, but the Giallorossi stood firm and made sure he stayed put.
The 25-year-old centre-back has been a regular for Roma this term, clocking up 17 appearances in all competitions for the Italian giants.
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Kessie meanwhile is seeing his reputation continue to grow this season as he produces performances belying his tender 19 years.
The promising midfielder has made 12 appearances in all competitions for Atalanta this term, scoring an impressive six goals in the process.
He scored against Roma at the weekend and clocked up all 90 minutes.
