Paulinho is unsure of his future with Tottenham.
Italian champions Juventus have made enquiries, as have Inter Milan, AC Milan and Fiorentina.
The London Evening Standard says the Brazil midfielder, 26, has had doubts about his prospects at White Hart Lane after playing only a minor role in Spurs' Premier League campaign, and his omission from the starting XI for the Capital One Cup tie against Sheffield United confirmed his suspicions.
It is believed the Tottenham hierarchy recognise Paulinho's desire to put himself on the radar of Brazil coach Dunga, less than five months from the start of a major competition.
