Arsenal additionally remain linked with Eberechi Eze, although it could be a case of one or the other between the Crystal Palace star and Madueke. Eze has a £60 million ($81.5 million) release clause that Palace would be willing to accept in three split payments, but Bayern Munich pose a rival threat.

Arsenal have opened talks with Chelsea over a potential deal to sign Noni Madueke. Chelsea are willing to entertain offers for Madueke but Standard Sport understands they are holding out for at least £50million.

Arsenal have made background checks on Noni Madueke with Chelsea braced for a direct approach for the winger from their London rivals.