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Arsene Wenger has added Bayern Munich midfielder Luiz Gustavo to his summer hit list.

Arsenal boss Wenger was first alerted to the Brazilian in January and is now plotting a bid.

German sources claim that Bayern are willing to listen to offers for Gustavo after completing the signing of Thiago Alcantara.

Wenger’s priority remains a striker, but the Frenchman is keen to bolster his midfield and Gustavo fits the profile of player he is looking for.

However, he faces competition for the player from German club Wolfsburg, who have admitted their interest.

Gustavo’s main position is defensive midfield, but he can also cover as an emergency defender. That is an added attraction to Wenger, as Thomas Vermaelen is set to miss the start of the season with a back injury.

Arsenal have enquired about Everton’s Marouane Fellaini.

His £23.5million buy-out clause expires on August 14 and Manchester United are also interested in the Belgian.

Bayern are likely to demand around £15m for 25-year-old Gustavo, whose contract runs to 2015.

Gustavo is likely to be open to a move to Arsenal after admitting this season is key to his World Cup hopes with Brazil.

Arsenal face competition for Gustavo from German club Wolfsburg, who have admitted their interest in the player.