Hoffenheim midfielder Reiss Nelson is playing his way into the plans of England coach Gareth Southgate.

Arsenal whiz Nelson, 18, has scored four goals in as many games while on loan at Hoffenheim and is the latest English youngster to catch the eye after Jadon Sancho's brilliant season at Borussia Dortmund, reports the Mirror.

And he is now attracting the attention of the senior coaching staff with Three Lions boss Southgate committed to giving youngsters a chance.

Nelson, who signed a new deal with Arsenal before moving to Germany, starred for the Under-21s in their recent matches.

He scored twice in the weekend comeback win over Nurnberg, starting for Julian Nagelsmann's side, and will be hoping to keep his place for Tuesday night's Champions League clash against Valencia.