Arsenal transfer target Danilo is likely to leave Palmeiras in the January transfer window, according to reports.
The Brazilian outfit are ready to cash in on the midfielder, who looks set to secure a move to Europe before the end of the month.
The 21-year-old has been a key player since breaking into the Palmeiras first team in 2020, helping the club win back-to-back Copas Libertadores and a Brazilian league title.
He has yet to win a cap for Brazil but it appears to be only a matter of time before he is brought into the international setup.
Arsenal are keen to win the race for Danilo's signature, with sporting director Edu hoping to use his Brazilian connections to pull off the deal.
The Gunners have signed the likes of Gabriel Martinelli, Marquinhos and Pablo Mari from Edu's homeland in the last few years, as well as Brazil internationals David Luiz, Gabriel Jesus, Willian and Gabriel Magalhaes.
According to Brazilian outlet Globo, Palmeiras have told Danilo that he is not in their plans for the upcoming campaign and they want to cash in on the 21-year-old.
The youngster is valued at £22.1m by Transfermarket, and Arsenal could test the water with a bid in the next couple of weeks.
Arsenal ran out 3-0 winners over Oxford United on Monday to book their place in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Mikel Arteta's men, who are five points clear at the top of the Premier League, will return to action against arch-rivals Tottenham this weekend.
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