It is not a new trend. Delving back into Madueke career statistics reveals an alarming detail. According to Transfermarkt, across his club career at Chelsea and PSV, including appearances for the Dutch club’s various youth sides, Madueke’s contribution from the left stands at a grand total of two assists and one goal.

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

Parma are understood to have made initial enquiries over the potential signing of Arsenal attacking midfielder Fabio Vieira. The 25-year-old Portugal international recently returned to north London following a season-long loan at Porto. Vieira joined the Gunners in June 2020 in a deal worth up to £34.2million including add-ons.