Premier League giants Arsenal made an attempt to sign a striker from a top four rival.
The Gunners are said to have seen a £45M transfer bid for Jhon Duran rejected.
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The Aston Villa forward is a hot property after an outstanding start to this season.
Colombian radio station Antena 2 claim the Gunners put in the bid of £45.2M, but it was rebuffed.
Villa are not entirely opposed to selling, but only for a fee that suits their circumstances and can help them further strengthen the squad.
The Midlands club will only sell Duran if they get a fee in the region of £70.7M.