**Crystal Palace to Launch Bid for Arsenal’s Forgotten Midfield Star**

Crystal Palace are poised to make a move for Arsenal’s forgotten midfielder, Emile Smith-Rowe, as they look to strengthen their squad following the departure of Michael Olise to Bayern Munich. The 23-year-old has struggled for game time at the Emirates Stadium, and Palace boss Oliver Glasner is a big fan of the player, which is why they are set to test the Gunners’ resolve with a bid.

The Cottagers had a £30m bid for Smith-Rowe rejected earlier this week, and Palace are now ready to enter the fray. The player is under contract until June 2026, but he is keen to find regular first-team football, which could mean leaving North London.

Smith-Rowe has seen his first-team opportunities dwindle after a frustrating couple of seasons dogged by groin and knee injuries. However, he is already in pre-season training with the Gunners, and Palace will be hoping to tempt him to Selhurst Park.

The Eagles have money to spend following Olise’s move to Bayern Munich, and Smith-Rowe could offer another option in their attack. So far this summer, the club have signed defender Chadi Riad from Barcelona and Japanese striker Daichi Kamada on a free transfer from Lazio.

Smith-Rowe has played 115 times for Arsenal, scoring 10 goals, and has also earned three caps for England. He was part of the England team that won the U17 World Cup in 2017 and the Young Lions side that won the U21 Euros six years later.

With Palace looking to fill the gap left by Olise’s departure, Smith-Rowe could be the perfect addition to their squad. The Eagles will be hoping to pip Fulham to his signature, and a bidding war could ensue in the coming days.

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Emile Smith-Rowe is the subject of interest from Crystal Palace, who are set to bid for him

Palace boss Oliver Glasner is said to be a big fan of the midfielder, prompting Palace bid

Smith-Rowe has struggled for injuries in the past two seasons but wants first team football

Crystal Palace have money to spend following Michael Olise’s move to Bayern Munich