Overview

• Reports from Football Transfers and Arsenal Station say Arsenal have a tentative £55m agreement with Crystal Palace, but the club has yet to confirm any formal offer.
• The £68m release clause in Eze’s contract must be activated by August 15 to complete a transfer at that price.
• Palace chairman Steve Parish acknowledged the possibility of key departures and indicated that Palace will pursue replacements before sanctioning a sale.
• Tottenham have shown interest in Eze, but Football Insider suggests Arsenal lead the race and that the player would favour the Gunners.
• Eze’s adaptability as an England international capable of playing on the wing or in a central attacking midfield role fits the profile Mikel Arteta has targeted for added depth.