India, May 18 -- The New England Patriots' need for a wide receiver remains one of the biggest storylines of the NFL offseason, and trade rumors surrounding AJ Brown are intensifying by the day. According to reports, contract and salary-cap complications involving the Philadelphia Eagles are delaying a potential trade involving the star receiver.

Considering cap flexibility, an announcement could come after June 1. Since the first wave of speculation surrounding Brown emerged, there have been several reports, statements, and insider updates. Now, another update has arrived from ESPN insider Adam Schefter on Get Up.

According to Schefter, Brown remains interested in joining the New England Patriots despite the ongoing controversy involvi...