Borussia Dortmund have reportedly identified Burnley winger Anass Zaroury as a potential summer transfer target.
Dortmund have recently endured disappointment in cup competitions, bowing out to Chelsea and RB Leipzig in the Champions League and DFB-Pokal respectively.
Nevertheless, the 2-1 victory over Union Berlin in the Bundesliga at the weekend has left Edin Terzic's side two points adrift of league leaders Bayern Munich in the table.
While Dortmund are focused on trying to end Bayern's dominance of German football, the powers-that-be at Westfalenstadion are already bracing themselves for a busy period in the transfer market.
Amid speculation regarding the future of Jude Bellingham, Die Borussen could be required to find a replacement for their star man, as well as receiving a fee of in excess of £100m.
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That money would likely be spent on strengthening several areas of the pitch, including in the final third despite Dortmund scoring 59 goals in their 27 top-flight fixtures.
According to The Sun, consideration is being given to making an approach for Zaroury at the end of the season.
The report says that Dortmund have sent scouts to assess the development of the Morocco international, who featured in his nation's squad for the 2022 World Cup.
Although the 22-year-old was only provided with one 26-minute appearance in Qatar, his stock has strengthened considerably this campaign due to his performances for Burnley in the Championship.
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In 23 starts and six substitute outings, Zaroury has contributed seven goals and four assists, with a further four strikes coming in cup competitions.
Burnley earned promotion back to the Premier League on Friday night with victory over Middlesbrough, leaving the Clarets in a position where they do not need to cash in on the playmaker.
However, with Burnley having only paid €4m for his signature last summer, there will be possibilities to make a substantial profit on Zaroury.
Marseille, Monaco and Standard Liege are also said to have had scouts at recent Burnley fixtures as they contemplate their own bids later in the year.
Darren Plant
