Arsenal are ready to compete for Aston Villa centre-forward Christian Benteke.

The Mail on Sunday says Arsenal are set to challenge Liverpool and Tottenham for Benteke if a move for Porto's Jackson Martinez does not materialise.

Benteke led Villa's attack against the Gunners in the 4-0 defeat in the FA Cup final but is set to be sold by the Midlands club.

It is understood Benteke's buy out clause is around £32million.

Whether Liverpool or Spurs are prepared to go that high remains to be seen.