Shkodran Mustafi's Arsenal exit 'gaining momentum'

Arsenal are reportedly prepared to part ways with defender Shkodran Mustafi before the end of the summer transfer window.

Before suffering a season-ending injury during the FA Cup semi-final win over Manchester City, Mustafi had reestablished himself as a first-team player at the Emirates Stadium.

However, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes have since linked up with Mikel Arteta's squad, pushing the Germany international down the pecking order.

According to Laziosiamonoi, Lazio are 'gaining momentum' in their efforts to sign the player for a fee between £10.8m and £13.5m.

Napoli have also been linked with an approach for the 28-year-old, who remains sidelined with a thigh injury.

Mustafi has less than a year remaining on his contract at the North London side.