Real Madrid have reportedly placed emphasis on signing Dynamo Moscow youngster Arsen Zakharyan in the January transfer window.

Los Blancos are said to be prioritising to reduce their wage bill over the coming weeks ahead of making new signings next summer.

According to Sport, Real Madrid are looking to hold positive conversations in pursuit of the Russia international, who has starred for Dynamo Moscow this term, finding the back of the net on four occasions in 17 appearances, in addition to contributing 5 assists.

While it has been suggested that the 18-year-old midfielder would prefer to earn regular football at this stage of his development, the La Liga leaders are seemingly determined to secure his services on a long-term contract.

The Scottish defender has two-and-a-half years left on his current contract at Dynamo.