Arsenal Enter Race for Eberechi Eze as Transfer Talks Heat Up

Arsenal ramp up their pursuit in the Eberechi Eze transfer battle as they prepare to challenge Tottenham in a £68 million race for the Crystal Palace star.

Arsenal have reportedly opened discussions with the representatives of Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, signaling their intent to rival Tottenham Hotspur in a high-stakes £68 million transfer battle for the England international, according to The Sun.

The Gunners, under the guidance of sporting director Andrea Berta, are actively seeking attacking reinforcements this summer. With their pursuit of Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams falling short and Real Madrid’s Rodrygo proving elusive, Arsenal have turned their attention to Eze—a player admired for his flair, versatility, and Premier League pedigree.

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Eze, 26, is coming off a stellar 2024–25 campaign in which he notched 14 goals and 11 assists across all competitions. His crowning moment came in the FA Cup final, where he scored the decisive goal against Manchester City to secure Crystal Palace’s first major trophy.

Tottenham are believed to be frontrunners, viewing Eze as a marquee signing for new manager Thomas Frank. However, Arsenal’s entry into the race could complicate matters. Reports suggest that Palace are unwilling to negotiate below the £68 million release clause embedded in Eze’s contract, which runs until 2027. Encouragingly for Arsenal, the clause can be paid in three installments—a structure that may suit their financial planning.

Mikel Arteta is said to be keen on adding a dynamic left-winger to his squad, and Eze’s ability to operate both wide and centrally makes him an ideal fit. While Arsenal still dream of landing Rodrygo, Eze presents a more attainable and Premier League-proven alternative.

With Manchester United also monitoring the situation, the race for Eze’s signature is shaping up to be one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer sagas. Whether Arsenal can outmaneuver their North London rivals remains to be seen—but one thing is clear: the Gunners are serious about bringing Eze to the Emirates.