Eze formed a brilliant relationship with Michael Olise and then took on the mantle left behind when Bayern Munich came calling. He is an England international, an FA Cup winner, and Palace's best player. At 27, he is experienced and still rising in the world game.

Arsenal remain attentive to Eberechi Eze's situation at Crystal Palace, with the midfielder’s £68 million ($90m) release clause now expired, Sporting News understands. The Gunners have held a long-standing interest in Eze, who is understood to be content at Selhurst Park but would consider a move to Emirates Stadium should an offer come in.

Arsenal's busy summer transfer window could continue with a deal for Eberechi Eze but focus is now turning to sales with five players potentially heading for the Emirates exit