Eberechi Eze is on the verge of completing a transfer from Crystal Palace to Arsenal.
The Gunners have been looking for a left-sided attacker for the entire transfer window, scouring the market for someone who can operate on this side effectively.
Rodrygo was on Mikel Arteta’s wishlist, although it hasn’t been clear whether the Brazilian is keen on leaving Real Madrid, while the finances associated with a potential deal were excessive.
Thus, Arsenal have moved to sign Eze, pouncing on Tottenham’s ponderous approach to the potential signing by swiftly agreeing a deal with Crystal Palace for the player.
Eberechi Eze smiles after being congratulated for Arsenal move
Currently undergoing his medical at the Sohba Realty training ground, Eze could be in line to make his debut against Liverpool at Anfield next Sunday.
The deal for the creative midfielder is expected to be finalised over the weekend, and he’ll likely join up with his new team-mates for training on Monday.
Re-signing for the club that released him at the age of 13, and for the club he supported growing up, Eze’s move to Arsenal is certainly one of the more romantic and wholesome transfers of the summer.
The England international will be delighted to make the step up to play in the Champions League and for a team competing for major honours, and he certainly appeared to be excited when confronted with the media on Thursday night.
Eze didn’t play for Crystal Palace against Fredrikstad in the Eagles’ UEFA Europa Conference League play-off first leg, but was in attendance at Selhurst Park.
Leaving the stadium in South London after the match, the 27-year-old was captured signing merchandise and taking pictures with Palace supporters.
Sky Sports’ Gary Cotterill was amongst those waiting for him outside the ground, and the reporter took his opportunity to congratulate the player on his dream move.
“Congratulations! Good luck at Arsenal,” the journalist said.
A beaming smile spread across Eze’s face after Cotterill’s comments.
Clearly ecstatic about moving to Arsenal, this speaks volumes about Eze’s desire to be successful at the club where his career began.
Arteta will be delighted to acquire another player who will be fully committed to bringing silverware to N5.
Eberechi Eze should start against Liverpool for Arsenal
Arteta tends to favour slowly integrating new signings when he can, rather than throwing them straight into his side.
It wouldn’t be a surprise if he takes this conservative approach with Eze, given the volume of options he has off the left.
The Spaniard could select any one of Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard or Noni Madueke on this side from the start at Anfield.
| Eberechi Eze’s Premier League Statistics 2024/25 | |
| Appearances | 34 |
| Goals | 8 |
| Assists | 8 |
| Shots per 90 | 3.48 |
| Expected Goals per 90 | 0.36 |
| Key Passes per 90 | 2.01 |
| Expected Assists per 90 | 0.22 |
| Successful Take-ons per 90 | 2.33 |
However, he should opt for Eze, who immediately becomes Arsenal’s most prolific dribbler and can hurt a vulnerable Liverpool back line in transition.
Jeremie Frimpong will miss the clash, meaning Liverpool will likely start the inexperienced Conor Bradley, a player Eze can exploit.
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