Lucas Torreira will feature for Uruguay at the World Cup this month (Image: Getty)
However, reports suggest Arsenal are looking to avoid paying the fee up front.
The Gunners are willing to pay €30m (£26m) in order to split the transfer sum into instalments over a period of years.
But speaking last week, Sampdoria chief Carlo Osti sent a message to any prospective bidders, ensuring they realise Torreira has a release clause in place.
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“Torreira has a €25m (£22m) release clause, everyone knows that," he told Italian outlet Rai Sport.
Arsenal are also being linked with a move for Sporting Lisbon's Gelson Martins.
The Portuguese star could be available on a free due to his ongoing contract dispute.