French side Marseille have made an official approach to London club Arsenal for the transfer of Reiss Nelson, according to Foot Mercato.
The French club’s hierarchy are looking to strengthen their squad on a tight budget, and the 26-year-old English winger has emerged as a key target.
Nelson spent last season on loan at Brentford, where he struggled to make a significant impact, featuring in just 14 matches, scoring once and providing two assists.
After a series of loans, including stints at Fulham and Dutch outfit Feyenoord, the player is eager to settle at a club for a longer-term commitment.
Arsenal are open to selling their academy graduate, but the Premier League champions initially rejected Marseille's first offer. Nelson is contracted with the Gunners until 2027.
Reports suggest that the winger has been presented with Marseille's sporting project and received an official personal contract offer from the French side.
