England are making a shock move for Werder Bremen striker Aaron Hunt.

The Daily Mail says Hunt was born in Germany and has represented that country 26 times at Under 16, Under 17 and Under 21 level, but the fact that he has an English mother has prompted England Under 21 coach Stuart Pearce to examine his situation.

However, the FA must move quickly because the Werder Bremen forward, who has scored five goals this season, is being considered for his first senior German cap.

Once he plays for Germany's senior team he will be ineligible for England. Pearce is making enquiries to see whether Hunt, 23, has international potential and could be persuaded to switch allegiance, even though head coach Fabio Capello does not consider him ready for the full national side.