Arsenal unlikely to sign 27yo playmaker this summer

Arsenal are unlikely to sign Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze before the transfer window closes, according to journalist Sam Dean.

The Gunners made contact with the Englishman's agents two weeks ago, and it was claimed that they could swoop for his signature soon.

However, the club have not made any sort of offer on the table, considering Palace have no plans to negotiate for the 27-year-old.

Eze has a release clause worth £68 million in his contract, and Palace reportedly want the entire fee in one payment to sanction his sale.

Amidst this, the Gunners have seemingly distanced themselves from the player and look unlikely to land his services before the deadline.

They are still open to bolstering the attacking department with another high-profile playmaker. RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons is a possible target.

The club also have their sights on Real Madrid star Rodrygo, but the Brazilian has not requested to leave the La Liga heavyweights thus far.