Arsenal want to sign PSV Eindhoven defender Kevin Hofland according to the player who claims the Highbury club have already made contact with his club and agent.
The 23-year-old Dutch international told the L1 television station that talks over a fee had taken place.
Hofland said: "There hasn't been more contact between Arsenal and PSV and between Arsenal and my agent other than the question about the transfer money.
"Arsenal are one of Europe's top clubs and I have told PSV that if a top club wanted me that I will think about a transfer."
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The Premiership champions need to strengthen the heart of their defence due to the likely retirement of captain Tony Adams and the possible departure of Martin Keown. -PA