Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Hertha Berlin midfielder Kennet Eichhorn, as per German football expert Christian Falk.

After ranking through the German side’s youth system, the 16-year-old made his first team debut earlier this season before establishing himself as a key starter.

In 14 appearances in 2. Bundesliga and DFB Pokal, he netted a solitary goal this term before sustaining an ankle problem.

Now, Falk has reported on CF Bayern Insider that after being impressed by Eichhorn’s performances in senior football at this tender age, Arsenal have registered their interest in him.

So, they could make a concrete approach to secure his service during the offseason. However, Manchester United have also expressed their interest in signing him.

Moreover, Bayern Munich don’t want to miss out on a talent like him, with the youngster considered ‘one of the biggest’ midfield talents in Germany. The Bavarian club have even held talks with the player’s representatives to persuade him to join. So, Arsenal will have to overcome stiff competition to finalise the operation.

Eichhorn has a release clause in his current contract, which is set to run until 2029. So, he is likely to leave at the end of this...