Arsenal plot Talisca swoop?

Arsenal are reportedly planning a move for Benfica striker Talisca.

The 20-year-old joined the Portuguese champions in July and has impressed in the opening weeks of the season.

According to the Daily Star, Arsenal sent their scouts to watch him play for Brazil's Under-21 side last week.

The report goes on to claim that the Gunners are lining up a bid in the January transfer window should Lukas Podolski leave the club.

Talisca has scored six goals in seven league matches for Benfica.