Crystal Palace are considering signing Arsenal forward Leandro Trossard as a potential replacement for Eberechi Eze, journalist Steve Kay has claimed. The Eagles could lose their highly sought-after English midfielder before the transfer deadline and are drawing up a shortlist of names who could take over playmaking duties if Eze departs.

Eberechi Eze ’s £68million release clause at Crystal Palace expires on August 15. Standard Sport understands the release clause remains active until that date, when the Premier League season begins with Liverpool hosting Bournemouth.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has gone public with his stern view of the club’s transfer business thus far.