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Arsenal are in talks with Roma over a loan move for midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan as the European transfer window prepares to close, Goal reports.

Reiss Nelson's return from his loan spell at Hoffenheim and the emergence of Joe Willock have created further competition in attacking midfield roles, and as such Mkhitaryan faces watching much of the campaign from the Emirates Stadium sidelines.

But Goal can now confirm that the Giallorossi are aiming to bring the Armenia international to Stadio Olimpico before the transfer deadline for Serie A clubs, with Roma set to pay a loan fee and contribute a significant amount towards Mkhitaryan's £180,000-per-week wages. There is no option to buy included within the package.

Mkhitaryan has struggled for consistency since joining the Gunners in January 2018 as part of the swap deal that saw Alexis Sanchez join Manchester United.

In total Mkhitaryan has made 59 appearances for Arsenal, scoring nine goals and laying on 13 assists.