Twomey: The success of Chelsea’s recruitment model depends just as much on their ability to sell profitably as it does on buying intelligently. Every player who is not absolutely integral to the team Maresca is building has a price, and Madueke has never managed to make himself indispensable at Stamford Bridge.

It is not a new trend. Delving back into Madueke career statistics reveals an alarming detail. According to Transfermarkt, across his club career at Chelsea and PSV, including appearances for the Dutch club’s various youth sides, Madueke’s contribution from the left stands at a grand total of two assists and one goal.

Noni Madueke is edging closer to a move to Arsenal but the response from the fan base has sparked a reaction from the winger