Arsenal keep tabs on England Under-21 goalkeeper Jack Butland

Arsenal are believed to be eager to secure the services of Birmingham City and England Under-21s goalkeeper Jack Butland.

The 18-year-old was watched by Gunners chief scout Steve Rowley alongside goalkeeping coach Gerry Peyton during England's 5-0 win over Iceland last week, according to the Daily Star.

While the North London side are thought to have been an admirer of Butland for a while, Premier League leaders Manchester City and Sunderland are also reportedly keen on the teenager.

Butland, who has yet to feature for Brimingham's first team, is currently on loan at Cheltenham.