River Plate midfielder Exequiel Palacios has acknowledged that Arsenal have expressed an interest in his signature.

Palacios has made a positive impact during his early games with River Plate, and it has already led to international recognition with Argentina.

Real Madrid have been linked with Palacios - and the admiration has been confirmed by the 20-year-old - but the player has also said that Arsenal are keen on signing him this summer.

Palacios is quoted by The Mirror as saying: "I'm proud clubs like Real Madrid and Arsenal are interested in me."

The Gunners would allegedly have to meet an £18m release clause in order to sign Palacios.