Stevan Jovetic move to Arsenal stalls

Arsenal’s move for Stevan Jovetic is at breaking point after refusing to meet Fiorentina’s £25million asking price.

Talks between both clubs have been ongoing for a number of weeks after Arsene Wenger made Jovetic his No 1 striker target.

But the deal has hit a major stumbling block, with the Serie A club refusing to take anything lower than their valuation.

Gunners chiefs have told Fiorentina they are only willing to pay £20million to sign the Montenegro striker.

And there is a growing feeling among the Arsenal hierarchy that Juventus are now ahead of them in the race to land Jovetic.

Like Arsenal, the Italian giants have opened discussions over a summer switch for Jovetic — but Fiorentina are understood to be reluctant to sell to a rival club.

However, Juventus are willing to meet the asking price which could force Fiorentina into a change of heart.

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