David Luiz leading Arsenal’s talks to sign Brazilian star Thiago Silva

SunSport now reports Arsenal have contacted Silva over a potential move to the Emirates, with Luiz facilitating the talks.

The Gunners are desperate in need for reinforcements at the back and signing the 35-year-old Brazilian would provide Mikel Arteta the much needed experience within his ranks.

Arteta is already understood to have contacted the centre-back over a sensational transfer and Luiz is expected to play a central role.

Luiz’s role in the transfer of his fellow countryman came just days after he came under fire from fans for his poor performance against Man City after the restart of the Premier League.

However, he has since been controversially handed a one year contract extension and could now be joined by Silva in Arsenal’s heart of defence.

The north London side will have to contend with competition from a number of clubs including Tottenham and Everton who are also looking to sign Silva.

And in a bid to get himself a big club, the veteran defender is understood to be keen to a massive pay-cut to fulfill his desire of playing in the Premier League.

The seven-time Ligue One winner has made it clear he is not keen on money and is willing to take a drop in his £325,000-a-week wages.