Arsenal set to miss out on ‘new Nesta’ as defensive starlet attracts £21m bid

1 Alessio Romagnoli

Napoli have made a £21m offer for Arsenal target Alessio Romagnoli, according to reports in Italy.

talkSPORT told you earlier this month about the Gunners’ interest in the Roma defender, who has been dubbed the ‘new Alessandro Nesta’.

But, according to La Repubblica, Arsenal have now been blown out of the water after Napoli submitted a £21m bid.

The Italian side are desperate to land the 20-year-old and are hoping their new offer will deter any interest from other clubs.

AC Milan still remain keen, while Chelsea have also scouted the Italian on several occasions.

Roma are hoping to maximise the money from Romagnoli to finance a move for Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko.