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.

A mazy run and selfless pass allowed Jean-Philippe Mateta the chance to score the opener, before Eze seized on a loose pass and punished the opposition. Palace are clearly happy in their decision to include Eze and vice versa, the player is happy to keep up his progress even if he could leave.

Arsenal remain attentive to Eberechi Eze's situation at Crystal Palace, with the midfielder’s £68 million ($90m) release clause now expired, Sporting News understands. The Gunners have held a long-standing interest in Eze, who is understood to be content at Selhurst Park but would consider a move to Emirates Stadium should an offer come in.