The 22-year-old midfielder has emerged as Arsenal’s top midfield target and the club are now pushing ahead with their attempts to sign him.
Lyon rejected a verbal offer of €30m and Matteo Guendouzi earlier in the window from Arsenal but that has not deterred the Gunners from their interest in the French midfielder.
Mikel Arteta is desperate to land the midfielder and it seems the club are making gradual progress towards potentially signing the Frenchman.
According to Italian outlet Calciomercato.com, the Gunners have reached an agreement over a contract with Aouar over a potential move.
The Frenchman is open to joining Arsenal and the club now have a deal in place with his representatives.
Arsenal are now looking to work out an agreement with Lyon, who are demanding €60m before agreeing to sell the Frenchman.
The Premier League side will need to work quickly as the clock ticks down on the transfer window.
Arsenal could want to finalise an agreement to sell Lucas Torreira before signing Aouar.
