Arsenal are being linked with a surprise move for Juventus midfielder Mario Lemina.

The London Evening Standard says the Gunners are in the market for a central midfielder - among several other positions - and have identified the 23-year-old as their preferred target.

Lemina has made only 15 starts in Serie A since joining Juventus from Marseille in 2015 but is considered a hugely promising, dynamic midfielder with a similar physique and playing style to Paul Pogba.

Juventus are thought to be willing to do business given he is not essential to their current plans. Roma and Schalke are among the interested clubs who could potentially rival Arsenal for his signature.