Crystal Palace left-back Patrick Van Aanholt has been linked with a move to Arsenal on a free transfer, as reported by journalist Chris Wheatley on Twitter.

Facing a mass rebuild after 22 first-team players left the club following the conclusion of the 2020/21 season [Tribal Football], the Eagles are expected to lose Van Aanholt upon the expiration of his contract at the end of June [Transfermarkt].

One side that have been heavily linked with the Netherlands international is Arsenal, as they look to acquire a back up left-sided defender [The Sun].

Speaking to his followers on Twitter, football.london reporter Wheatley echoed this sentiment, claiming Arsenal are looking for a younger profile left back but van Aanholt 'could still be an option' later in the window.

Van Aanholt made 23 appearances for Crystal Palace in 2020/21, notching a solitary assist [Transfermarkt].

Upon hearing the rumours, loads of Crystal Palace diehards took to Twitter to discuss his potential exit from South East London.

Crystal Palace fans react:

Replying to Wheatley's post, here is how some Palace fans summarized their take on these latest developments, look away now Patrick...

"His level"

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"I would love to see the reactions of AFTV to his defending"
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"Imagine DT reacting to his defending omggggg"
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"My word, he cant keep getting away with this"
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"Good luck Arsenal fans, you’ll need it"
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"The LWB position at the euros doing him wonders"
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