Fulham have been chasing the Argentine striker for some time and according to the Daily Mail, Catania have told them their asking price.
The West London club have already had a loan bid turned down by the Italians.
The former Barcelona forward is also a target for Fiorentina and AC Milan.
Martin Jol is desperate to boost his striking options this month, with question marks over the futures of Andy Johnson and Bobby Zamora.
Source: DSG