Arsenal top-four incentive grows as Tottenham join race for new Takehiro Tomiyasu backup option

Another day, another transfer link.

It's no secret that Mikel Arteta is keen on strengthening his squad in the summer, with the Spaniard saying "now is the moment we have to go to a different level" and "raise the quality."

understands the Arsenal boss wants to bring in two forwards, a central midfielder and backup right-back.

As you would expect, a host of names are reportedly being looked at by the club but the latest one to appear could increase the incentive to secure a top-four finish this season.

There are 'English sirens' for Torino's Wilfried Stephane Singo after the Gunners joined Tottenham in the race for the defender, according to Tuttosport via Toro News.

Antonio Conte reportedly asked for the signing of Singo, but Arsenal 'immediately' appeared as another side showing interest.

The 21-year-old right-back has impressed in Italy this season, scoring three goals and providing four assists. Often utilised in a wing-back and right midfield role, the report adds that the Ivory Coast international is better suited for Premier League football which will complement his style of play better than the more defensive Serie A.

If Arteta is serious about the pursuit for Singo, then he will be even more determined to lead his side to Champions League qualification this season.

Arsenal currently find themselves fourth in the league as well as having three games in hand, but north London rivals Tottenham still pose a threat three points behind them with two games in hand.

With there already being a great opportunity to finish above a major rival, beating Spurs to a transfer target will deliver a double blow to Conte and Champions League football may be the key to this signing in particular.