Arsenal 'revive interest in Rafinha'

Arsenal are reportedly ready to revive their interest in Barcelona midfielder Rafinha.

The Gunners were linked with a move for the 24-year-old during the summer, but failed to come to an agreement with either Barcelona or the player himself.

Rafinha found the back of the net seven times in 28 appearances last season, but he missed the tail end of the campaign with a knee injury, and has not yet featured this term.

Last month, Rafinha's father Mazinho claimed that the midfielder was not interested in leaving Barcelona, but Juventus have since been linked with a move.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Arsenal have now revived their interest, and the Gunners will test the waters with a bid during the January transfer window.

Rafinha returned to Barcelona in the summer of 2014 after a loan spell at Celta Vigo.