Schalke are chasing Burnley striker Danny Ings.
Ings comes off contract at the end of the season.
The Sunday Mirror says the Bundesliga outfit, managed by ex-Chelsea and West Bromwich Albion boss Roberto Di Matteo, are currently fifth in their league and want talks with the Burnley striker about a summer switch.
Ings, 23, is available on a free transfer at the end of this season and has already spoken to Real Sociedad boss David Moyes about a move abroad.