Arsenal scouts dazzled by defensive gem but face fierce competition from Man City

Arsenal are interested in signing the Hearts defender Alfie Osborne at the end of the season.

According to a report from TEAMtalk, Arsenal and Manchester City are leading the race to sign the 17-year-old defender, and representatives from both clubs scouted the player in action on Wednesday.

Osborne is highly rated in Scotland, and he has a bright future. He could develop into a quality player with the right guidance, and the opportunity to move to the Premier League could be exciting.