The race for Hoffenheim defender Niklas Sule is becoming ever more crowded.

Liverpool failed in an attempt over the summer, while Sule's father confirmed contact with Chelsea earlier this month.

BILD says scouts from Everton, Arsenal, Tottenham, Atletico Madrid, Valencia and Inter Milan were present for Hoffenheim's clash with Schalke to check on the Germany international.

Sule has pledged his commitment to Hoffenheim, but has ambitions to play on a bigger stage.

And BILD insists the youngster's preference is to pursue a career in the Premier League.