Arsenal have contacted the representatives of Roma youngster Nicolo Zaniolo over the possibility of a summer transfer, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.
The Gunners were looking Cengiz Under in December, however, they were impressed by Zaniolo.
Arsenal have asked Roma for a detailed report on the teenager.
The 19-year-old has forced his way into the first team at the Serie A side with a string of impressive displays, starting the last six fixtures.