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Everton are reportedly preparing a loan bid for Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah to beat Bournemouth and Crystal Palace to his signature, as revealed by Pete O’Rourke to Football Insider.

The 25-year-old could be on the move this summer, having fallen down the pecking order under Mikel Arteta, but the north London club have struggled to find suitors.

French giants Olympique Marseille submitted a number of offers but were unsuccessful in meeting Arsenal’s demands, and ultimately turned to an alternative target in Elye Wahi. Bournemouth also considered the Englishman, in the wake of Dominic Solanke’s departure, but interest from the south coast side has also faded recently after they completed a move for Evanilson.

Crystal Palace and Wolves have also held a long-term interest, but neither have made a move, which could give Everton an undisturbed attempt at sealing Nketiah’s signature although Arsenal are hoping for a bidding war from interested parties.

As per O’Rourke, Everton could be preparing a loan offer for Eddie Nketiah in the remaining weeks of this summer’s transfer window. However, it is worth noting that the deal would depend on the future of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has been linked with a move away from Goodison Park.

The 27-year-old scored just seven times in 32 league appearances last season, and Sean Dyche may be looking to offload the forward in favor of an alternative option to bolster the forward line. Crystal Palace are among those interested in Calvert-Lewin, although negotiations may be at a stand-still, potentially due to the Toffees’ adventurous asking price of around £40 million.

In the event that Calvert-Lewin completes an exit, Everton may enter the market for a replacement, and Nketiah could pose a solution. The Gunners were previously holding out for a bid in the region of £26 million, but were willing to accommodate a loan with an obligation to buy.