Arsenal have been joined by Barcelona in the race to sign Schalke star Leon Goretzka.
Arsene Wenger is hoping to profit from the Bundesliga side's sloppiness as the 22-year-old's contract expires next summer.
But reports now suggest that the Blaugrana are keen and sent scouts to watch him in action for Schalke last weekend.
Goretzka impressed in the 2-0 win over RB Leipzig with rumours suggesting that Liverpool target Naby Keita is also under consideration.
Norwich swoop for Arsenal youngster Savvas Mourgos with Greek starlet penning two-year deal
Arsenal starlet Savvas Mourgos has joined Norwich in a permanent move for an undisclosed fee.
The Greek talent failed to make the breakthrough with the Gunners since joining from Greek Superleague side Panionios in 2014.
The Canaries will blood the youngster in their under-23 side initially and have included a one-year option to extend his stay beyond 2019.
A potential debut could come against Stoke on Friday evening in the Premier League 2.
Arsene Wenger hits out at "demanding" transfer market as he suggests Arsenal's summer business is complete
Arsene Wenger suggested Arsenal's business in the transfer window is now complete after claiming he is "very pleased" with the purchases made.
This summer the Gunners boss broke the club's record transfer fee by landing £52million forward Alexandre Lacazette from Ligue 1 giants Lyon.
Wenger also brought in Bosnian left-back Sead Kolasinac on a free, in a transfer window in which Premier League side's parted with more than £1billion.
Arsenal's rivals Manchester United spent £75million on Romelu Lukaku, while Chelsea bought Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata for £67million.