Arsenal have been encouraged in their pursuit of Bordeaux winger Malcom.

BILD says the German side have been strongly linked to the Brazilian, who is certain to leave Bordeaux this summer.

The former Corinthians star is set for the Bundesliga, but manager Jupp Heynckes has poured cold water on the blockbuster move.

"I have never seen him play," he said. "Such players are often touted around like this, but I don't think he's a topic [of interest]. Our scouts will probably see it similarly."

The Gunners will surely intensify their interest once more this summer as they look to rebuild under Arsene Wenger.