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Arsenal have offered €30million for Julian Draxler.

That is short of Schalke's valuation so a fee has yet to be agreed but Mirror Sport understands that the clubs are in advanced negotiations.

Arsenal's offer would then also see them pay more in add-ons for appearances, success and international caps.

But Schalke want more as Draxler, 20, has a £38million buy out clause which is valid only in the summer and the German club believe more clubs will be interested in the summer.

However, it would seem that the clubs are close to agreeing a compromise with Arsene Wenger keen to bring him in now rather than risk other clubs come in this summer.

Wenger played down the chances of a deal on Friday night but he rarely confirms interest on transfers and Arsenal do not want to upset Schalke at such a delicate stage.

Mirror Sport revealed today that Draxler is keen to come in January and his representatives are pushing for it to go ahead.

Now it would seem even though the valuation has yet to be agreed, Arsenal will get their man .