Arsenal have been given encouragement by Chelsea in their pursuit of Noni Madueke as talks are set to accelerate.

Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has responded to rumours linking him with a stunning move to Chelsea. Reports have suggested that the Blues have floated the idea of having Dowman, 15, involved in a potential player-plus-cash swap deal for Noni Madueke,

Arsenal have agreed personal terms with Noni Madueke as they consider making an approach to Chelsea for the winger. Madueke, 23, has given his green light to the move but there have been no club-to-club talks yet.