United and Arsenal are reportedly battling to sign Paulo Dybala this summer after his contract with Juventus expired this month. That means Erik ten Hag and Mikel Arteta must present their battle plans for a second time with the two Premier League sides already competing to convince Martinez to make the move. The Ajax star could be on his way to England this summer with both sides desperate to strengthen their defences. The Argentina international has been priced at around £45m, a total no club has reached yet, but United have made the most progress. The Red Devils have offered £35m guaranteed, plus add-ons. Arsenal are set to meet Ajax next week to hammer out a financial package in what could be their last-ditch attempt to stop the defender from moving to Old Trafford. As for the player, he is happy to sign for either club and personal terms are not expected to be an obstacle. But it’s not just the back line that both United and Arsenal are looking to improve with a new striker also in their sights. Dybala has seen his contract with Juventus expire, while talks with Inter Milan have stalled. According to Italian publication La Repubblica, via the Metro, the two Premier League clubs have made contact with the Argentine’s agent, Jorge Atun. While what happened has yet to come to light, the Dybala issue is likely to have come up. United are eyeing a potential replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo, who has told them he wants to leave this summer to play in the Champions League. The Gunners, on the other hand, are looking to strengthen their strike force despite the imminent arrival of Gabriel Jesus. Arteta wants to sign a second striker to accompany the incoming Brazilian, while Dybala would fit in with what the Spaniard wants in his strikers. As well as United and Arsenal, Napoli have been linked with the 28-year-old.
