The Toffees are in for the Nigeria international, but it would be a mistake for the Gunners to allow him leave this summer

As far as transfer window intrigues go, Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi is an unlikely candidate.

The 23-year-old is Arsenal through and through, having come through the youth set-up at North London, and is by all accounts well regarded by the coaching staff at the club. Last season, he made over 50 appearances in all competitions for the Gunners, and scored in the final of the Europa League.

The latest reports of a bid for him from Merseyside are, in context, somewhat out of the blue. The approach has been rebuffed, but it is believed that Arsenal would be willing to accept an improved offer in the region of £40 million.