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.

Chelsea have upped their asking price for Arsenal target Noni Madueke having taken note of Anthony Elanga’s impending move to Newcastle United. The Nottingham Forest winger, whose career has been on an upward trajectory since leaving Manchester United two years ago,