Arsenal lead Man United in race for Serie A star Pio Esposito

Arsenal have jumped ahead of Manchester United in the chase for one of Serie A's most exciting young strikers.

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What happened. Arsenal have moved to the front of the queue for Inter Milan striker Pio Esposito, leading rivals Manchester United in the race to sign the young hitman.

• Mikel Arteta wants more firepower for his title-winning squad.
• Gunners already have Gyökeres and Havertz but seek depth.
• Gabriel Jesus attracting interest, possibly prompting a move.

Arsenal aim to bolster their attack with another physically dominant centre-forward this summer.

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