Argentina international Javier Saviola could be poised for a move to Arsenal, according to his agent. The 24-year-old has struggled to make an impression at Barcelona and was loaned to Sevilla last season, helping them lift the Uefa Cup.

Saviola's agent Alfredo Cabrera Brizuela said: "He will make his decision based on football and that points to the Gunners.

"He will have no problem playing in England because he is a world-class player and will be successful in any country.

"This week is very important because he wants to have a holiday knowing he has his future sorted out."

Arsenal have refused to comment on the speculation.