Arsenal and Sheffield United remain locked in talks over Aaron Ramsdale.
The Gunners have had two offers rejected for the 23-year-old goalkeeper.
Sky Sports says the north London club are close to have a third bid accepted by the Blades.
Their most recent offer has featured significant add-ons to the initial transfer fee.
They would be willing to pay £18m up front for Ramsdale, with add-ons having the potential to raise the amount above £25m.
Mikel Arteta desperately wants to sign another goalkeeper to to provide competition for Bernd Leno.
