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Germany's Lukas Podolski gestures during the international friendly against the Netherlands at Imtech Arena in Hamburg, Germany. (FILE)
Arsenal seem to be targeting Bundesliga stars with manager Arsene Wenger stepping up his interest in Germany striker Lukas Podolski.
Gunners scouts watched the Cologne star in their defeat to Borussia Monchengladbach on Friday, which confirms the 26-year-old is firmly on Wenger's radar as he looks to strengthen his forward line, according to the Daily Mirror.
Arsenal also fancy Borussia Dortmund forward Mario Goetze and Borussia Monchengladbach's Marco Reus.
Goetze has also drawn interest from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Arsenal have a pressing need for a central striker as they seek cover and competition for prolific goal scorer Robin van Persie.
Podolski seems to fit the bill and would also persuade the Dutch striker to sign a new contract.
A bid of around £20 million could tempt Cologne to sell, as Podolski is out of contract in 2013.
Arsenal have had an eye on Podolski since they played Cologne in pre-season.
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