Juventus have set their sights on Manchester United target and Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, according to Calciomercato.

What's the story?

Throughout the season Ozil's future has been a talking point due to the fact that his contract at Arsenal expires in the summer.

The German World Cup winner does not seem to be any closer to signing a new deal at the Emirates, which indicates that he sees his career moving in a different direction.

Ozil is eligible to sign a pre-contract agreement with another club this month ahead of a transfer at the end of the season.

Manchester United have been heavily linked to the midfielder in the widespread media, but now it appears that they face some serious competition.

Calciomercato claims that the Serie A giants are keen to agree a deal that would result in Ozil making a seamless transition to Turin in the summer.

Are United in danger of missing out?

Unless the midfielder speaks about the situation directly, it is difficult to tell which way he may be leaning.

Either club would present a fresh challenge for the 29-year-old, but Ozil risks the wrath of Arsenal fans if he opts to move to Old Trafford.

The midfielder has played in the Bundesliga, as well as La Liga and the Premier league, but he is yet to experience Italy's top-flight.

The transfer would give the player a chance to completely wipe the slate clean and prove his ability in a different country.

Throughout his time in England, Ozil has often been criticised by the media and fans for going missing in big games.

This season, however, the former Real Madrid star has impressed more consistently, which puts him in good form for any potential new club.

If Ozil decides to join United, he will have the comfort of knowing that he will be playing for a familiar face in Jose Mourinho, whom he worked with at the Bernabeu.

Both the Red Devils and Juventus have the funds to match the German's wage demands, so the move could purely be chosen based on football rather than financial incentives.

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