Swansea City are chasing Sampdoria striker Stefano Okaka.
SportItalia says Swansea have been watching Okaka for the past season.
Saint Etienne have come forward with a bid for the Italy international, which could force Swansea to firm up their own interest.
Okaka, formerly of Fulham, has rebuilt his career with Samp, where he earned his first Italy cap last season.
Saint Etienne are expected to kickoff the bidding with an offer of €2.5 million this week.