Eberechi Eze, the dazzling playmaker from Crystal Palace, is making waves in the transfer market as Premier League giants Arsenal and Liverpool eye his signature. Reports suggest both clubs are vying to secure the services of the dynamic midfielder, with Arsenal reportedly taking significant steps to bring him to the Emirates.
Arsenal, in their quest to bolster their attacking options, have already made moves in the transfer window, welcoming Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea and Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. Christian Norgaard of Brentford is also said to be on the verge of joining the Gunners. Now, Eze has emerged as a top target, and the North London club appears determined to seal the deal.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano recently disclosed that Arsenal have initiated talks with Eze, and the player has shown a keen interest in the project at the Emirates. Romano stated on X: “After direct contact revealed on Monday, Eberechi Eze has opened doors to an Arsenal move in a clear way. He’s open to joining Arsenal’s project and is attracted by this opportunity for his future. Arsenal are informed about the release clause details and more.”
French outlet L’Equipe added fuel to the fire, claiming that discussions with Eze are “already well advanced,” and the final decision rests on whether Arsenal will trigger the player’s release clause.
Ben Jacobs, a respected former CBS Sports journalist, emphasized that Arsenal’s interest in Eze is far from speculative. Speaking on the Highbury Squad YouTube channel, Jacobs revealed, “I wouldn’t rule out Crystal Palace trying to keep him, but I can tell you that the interest became concrete around 10 days ago. Arsenal are serious about Eberechi Eze, and in that meeting, it wasn’t just recruitment people but senior football figures pitching to Eze’s camp.”
Jacobs further predicted, “I’m expecting a bid, I’m expecting that bid to be below the release clause, and I’m expecting that bid to come within the next two weeks or so. If a club-to-club agreement is reached, there’s absolutely no doubt Eze wants Arsenal.”
The Independent has now reported that Arsenal are meticulously crafting a payment structure to facilitate the deal without a major summer sale. With Crystal Palace reportedly demanding £60 million for Eze, the Gunners are proposing a structured payment plan of three instalments of £20 million to meet the Eagles’ terms.
Adding to Arsenal’s optimism, the report suggests that Eze’s preference is to join the North London club should he leave Selhurst Park. However, Liverpool’s long-standing interest in the player could still come into play, adding an intriguing twist to the saga.
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