Joining Kepa Arrizabalaga and Martin Zubimendi is Christian Norgaard. The 31-year-old signs from Brentford with 122 Premier League appearances to his name, helping to plug the gap left when Jorginho and Thomas Partey departed after the end of last season.

Once that figure came to light, many supporters began to worry that Arsenal are eyeing a move for Madueke instead of Eze, because both players can play out wide. Romano has now eased those fears by revealing that the Madueke deal is not related to Arsenal’s interest in Eze — the Gunners remain keen on the Crystal Palace star.

Andrea Berta is in advanced talks to bring Eberechi Eze to the north London club, with reports explaining how the deal could be drawn up.

Arsenal have identified Eze as a top summer transfer target but Bayern have now reportedly joined the race for the Crystal Palace star. Bayern have just lost Jamal Musiala to a broken leg and dislocated ankle and the Times say they have shortlisted Eze as they seek to strengthen their attack.

ARSENAL are open to including a player in their offer for Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze. SunSport exclusively reported that Arsenal chief Andrea Berta had held talks with the

Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta has took to social media amid team mate Eberechi Eze attracting interest.

Arsenal have been claimed to be interested in both Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze – is it one, neither or both?

Arsenal are working on a payment structure for a bid that could allow them to sign Eberechi Eze without a substantial sale this summer.

Arsenal could face fresh competition in their bid to land Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace with Bayern Munich joining the hunt after missing out on several of their targets. The Gunners have identified the Eagles ace as someone they want to add this summer.

The Palace attacking midfielder is of interest to Arsenal - and he would provide something Arteta's team have been missing

Arsenal are prepared to offer Crystal Palace a player as part of a deal for England attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze and look set to beat Tottenham to the 27-year-old. (Sun), external Want more transfer stories? Read Wednesday's full gossip column Follow ...