Kostas Mitroglou has been in fine form for Benfica this term

Mitroglou is on loan with Benfica where he has been turning heads this season after a dire spell in the Premier League with Fulham in 2014.

The Greek international has bagged 19 goals in 28 appearances for the Portuguese side and the Gunners are reportedly lining up a bid.

Newspaper A Bola revealed the north London side were showing interest in the striker last week and now publication Record claim the deal is moving ahead.