Eberechi Eze's absence from Crystal Palace's kit launch and friendly has sparked speculation over his future amid links to Arsenal. Marc Guehi, Jean-Philippe Mateta, and Adam Wharton were all present at the launch, but one name was noticeably missing. Eze, who was absent from the photoshoot, left fans wondering whether his future lies elsewhere.

Eze is open to the move, and Arsenal are considering making a bid, but there have been no formal talks with Crystal Palace yet. Eze has a release clause worth between €70 million and €80m, but the Gunners are understood to be reluctant to pay that much and will have to negotiate with the Eagles.

Arsenal have signed goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga and midfielder Martin Zubimendi this summer as they aim to sign attacking reinforcements; Noni Madueke, Eberechi Eze, Rodrygo and Viktor Gyokeres are transfer targets for Mikel Artetas side;