Report: Arsenal leading the race to sign AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli

Arsenal have emerged as favourites to sign Mario Balotelli from AC Milan this summer, according to reports.

The Italian striker has been linked with a move away from the San Siro this summer, and the Gunners are now thought to be in pole position to snap up the former Manchester City man.

Liverpool are also interested in Balotelli, who could return to the Premier League just 18 months after leaving England.

According to The Mirror, Arsenal are lining up a bid in the region of £20m.