Arsenal have reportedly decided to pursue Blackburn Rovers forward Junior Hoilett this summer following the Lancashire club's relegation to the Championship last night.

Steve Kean's side dropped out of the top flight following a 1-0 defeat to Wigan Athletic at Ewood Park yesterday.

It is believed that the Gunners are favourites to land the Canadian star, who will come to the end of his contract in the summer, according to Setanta Sports.

While the likes of Marseille and Bayern Munich are thought to be interested in the 21-year-old, reports have claimed that Hoilett is keen to remain in the Premier League.