Premier League: 3 Shock transfers that could take place on deadline day

Luiz is wanted by Arsenal
Luiz is wanted by Arsenal

#3 Wilfred Zaha to Everton

Crystal Palace v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League
Crystal Palace v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League

Over the last few seasons, Wilfried Zaha has wowed everyone with his displays in the Premier League. Beyond his occasion theatrics and drama, the Ivorian international's quality is not in doubt and he is widely considered among the best players playing outside a top-six club.

Given his talent, it is only natural that Zaha seeks a bigger challenge, and he stated as much earlier in the summer when he said that he is interested in playing Champions League football.

A move to Arsenal was seemingly on the cards, but The Gunners changed course and signed Nicolas Pepe instead.

Goodison Park emerged as another potential destination, with The Toffees bidding £70m plus two players for the services of Zaha.

Everton however saw their bid turned down by Crystal Palace, leading the Merseysiders to turn their attention to Arsenal's Alex Iwobi only to see their £30m bid for the Nigerian also rejected by the Londoners.

New reports have emerged that Zaha has handed in a transfer request to Crystal Palace and this would spur Everton to return with a vastly improved bid as they continue the revamping of their squad to mount a challenge to the top six.

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