Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is lining up a move for Real Madrid outcast Esteban Granero, according to reports over the weekend.

The Mirror says Wenger is trying to seal a £7million swoop for the Spanish midfielder, who is struggling to hold down a first team spot at the Bernabéu.

The Arsenal boss has been tracking the youngster for the past year, and has already submitted his interest to the Spanish giants. The Gunners have recovered from a disappointing start to the season and beat Chelsea 5-3 this weekend, but despite the improvement Wenger is still hoping to a sign the 24-year old is January, but Madrid are keen to keep the former Getafe star until the end of the season.

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