Phillips adds that Eze has a release clause worth £65m ($87m) in his contract at Selhurst Park. Enzo Maresca’s side are holding off on triggering it as they want to learn the player’s preference before advancing any further.

Arsenal are currently haggling over €10m (£8.5m) worth of add-ons as they look to get a deal for Viktor Gyokeres over the line, according to reports.

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Football is littered with examples of baffling transfer deals. Arsenal’s move for Chelsea winger Noni Madueke is the latest example.The Gunners have been searching for a back-up for Bukayo Saka.

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