Bayern Munich star David Alaba admits growing up a big Arsenal fan.

The Austrian is a €50 million target for Real Madrid.

The defender told France Football he was a fan of Arsene Wenger's 'Invincibles' 2003/04 side and the team that reached the 2006 Champions League final.

Asked who his childhood footballing idol was, Alaba replied: "In the first place, Patrick Vieira. What a player!

"He inspired me through his presence, his style of play, his strong personality.

"I was a fan of Arsenal, who dominated everything around 10 years ago.

"I only had eyes for Vieira. Our styles don't resemble each other particularly but in this position he's an example, notably in his way of imposing himself in duels."