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.

England winger Noni Madueke was one of Chelsea's standout players in 2024/25 but looks set to join rivals Arsenal as the London club's perpetual transfer churn rumbles on.

Madueke offers a two-footed attacking threat from the wing — but it may be his improvement out-of-possession that has caught Arteta's eye