Agent: 'Arsenal interested in Jackson Martinez'

Jackson Martinez's agent has revealed that Arsenal are among the teams to have shown interest in the striker during this summer's transfer window.

The Colombia striker denied reports that he was in talks with the Gunners earlier this year, but has continued to be linked with a move to the club, having scored 46 goals for Porto since joining the side in 2012.

Peppino Tirri, who is Martinez's agent in Italy, told Calciomercato: "In Italy we have had very little contact, but for sure there have not been any offers made by Roma.

"There are, instead, opportunities abroad, Arsenal and Valencia in particular are very interested in Jackson Martinez."

Porto are reportedly seeking a £30m transfer fee for the striker, who is currently in Brazil as part of Colombia's World Cup squad.