Jackson Martinez fancies a switch to Arsenal (Picture: Getty)

Porto striker Jackson Martinez has revealed that he grew up supporting Arsenal and says he would love to join his boyhood club this month.

Martinez has increasingly been linked with a move to the Gunners in recent days after admitting his interest in playing in the Premier League.

And with Arsene Wenger making no secret of his desire to sign another striker, the Colombian has issued a firm come and get me plea to the Arsenal boss.

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Arsene Wenger’s style of football has lured in Martinez (Picture: Getty)

‘I cheered for Arsenal when I was a kid – I love their style of play,’ said Martinez to reporters.



‘It’s flowing and open with a lot of first touch passes. It would be suitable for a player like me. If I get a chance to play for a high level club like Arsenal I wouldn’t hesitate to accept it.’

Martinez is valued at around £30million and is expected to depart Porto in the next two transfer windows.

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