Arsenal leading race to sign World Cup winner

Arsenal are leading the race for Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti, it has been claimed.

The France international could leave the Nou Camp this summer after falling behind Clement Lenglet and Gerard Pique in the pecking order.

Roma are also considering Umtiti with Manchester United interested in signing Kostas Manolas.

Umtiti has made just 12 appearances in all competitions this season for the Catalan club.