Arsenal face competition for Bundesliga star from Champions League group toppers

Stuttgart rising star Berkay Ozcan has been closely scouted by Arsenal over the past two seasons.

The 19-year-old revealed that the Gunners have been scouting him for two-years and that there they has been talks with his agent.

“My agent and I are in talks with Arsenal,” Ozcan said.

“Arsenal have been scouting me for the past two years and send representatives to watch my games. 

“My agent is in direct talks for them. 

“I am not sure if now is the right time to join Arsenal, it may be a bit early for me. 

“I want to prove myself here and keep developing first.

“Ultimately, Arsenal is the club I want to join in the future, god willing I will achieve my goal.”

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The attacking midfielder was born in Germany but is of Turkish origin like Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil.

Ozil represents Germany at international level while Ozcan plays for Turkey.

The Gunners face competition from Besiktas for the rising star.

The Black Eagles have been keeping tabs on the young forward and have made an enquiry.

Besiktas have prioritised adding youth to the squad as there are several ageing players in the current side.

The Istanbul giants have won the league title for the past two seasons and became the first Turkish side to book a place in the Champions League Last 16 as group leaders.

Ozcan has four assists in 13 appearances for Stuttgart in all competitions this season.

The youngster did recently extend his contract deal and has another four-years remaining on his contract.