The Italian Football Federation have spoken to Arsenal youngster Gabriel Martinelli about the possibility of switching international allegiances from Brazil, his country of birth.
The 18-year-old is eligible to represent the Azzurri through his father, despite being born in the state of Sao Paolo. Italy coach Roberto Mancini has been keeping a watchful eye on Martinelli's progression, with the attacker yet to play for the Seleção senior side.
Arsenal purchased Martinelli from Brazilian club Ituano in a £6m deal last summer, with the teenager hitting four goals in his first four games for the Gunners.