Arsenal are closely monitoring the rise of Flamengo forward Reinier Jesus, according to The Sun.
The Gunners are set to battle it out with Inter Milan over the transfer of 17-year-old Brazilian wonderkid.
The report claims, the north Londoners are looking to plan for a future without their captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
The Gunners have been scouting potential targets in the hope of unearthing a replacement.
Arsenal have been impressed with Flamengo teenager Reinier after his impressive form for the Brazilian outfit.
The report continues that, the Premier League giants are thought to have contacted the 17-year-old’s father about a potential bid for the South American.
Arsenal could fierce face competition from Serie A outfit Inter Milan, who have also been scouting Reinier over the past weeks.