ARSENAL boss Arsene Wenger is lining up a double swoop for Juventus pair Sebastian Giovinco and Claudio Marchisio, according to reports.
Pint-sized playmaker Giovinco, 21, and 22-year-old midfielder Marchisio are regarded as hot property in Italy after both enjoyed impressive season-long loans at Serie A outfit Empoli.
Premier League heavyweights Liverpool and Manchester United are also credited with showing an interest in the talented youngsters.
But it is thought Wenger will be travelling to next months Olympic games in Beijing, where he will run the rule over the pair - both of whom are in the Italy squad.
And reports are suggesting that Juventus may be prepared to lose their two prospects, should the deal include Gunners forward Robin Van Persie heading in the other direction.
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