1 Serge Gnabry came through the ranks of Stuttgart before moving to Arsenal in 2011

Schalke are trying to lure Arsenal youngster Serge Gnabry back to Germany.

The 21-year-old came through the ranks of Stuttgart before moving to the Emirates in 2011 for around £100,000.

The winger has since made 18 appearances for the first-team, while he spent part of last season on loan at West Brom.

And now, according to Revier Sport, Schalke are working on a deal to sign Gnabry before the transfer window closes.

The Bundesliga side have been impressed by the German’s performances at the Olympics after he ended the tournament as joint top scorer with six goals.

Schalke are happy to strike a permanent deal with Arsenal and have set aside £5m to do so.

?However, if the Gunners reject that approach than the German club are also open to taking Gnabry on loan.