Stoke City have been keeping tabs on Schalke striker Eric Choupo-Moting ahead of a proposed January bid for the African, according to 'the Mirror'.
The Cameroon forward has reportedly been looked over by scouts and senior members of the Potters coaching staff as they weigh up a bid in the next transfer window.
Mark Hughes is aware that on-loan Manchester City striker Wilfried Bony could join a Chinese Super League side in January so could require some forward reinforcements.