Arsenal are on the verge of hijacking Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of Eberechi Eze in what could become one of the most dramatic deals of the Premier League summer transfer window.
Spurs were believed to be leading the race for the 27-year-old Crystal Palace midfielder, but reports suggest Arsenal have now reached an agreement in principle to sign him. The deal is expected to be worth around £68 million, matching the level Tottenham were prepared to pay.
The Gunners’ interest intensified following a knee injury setback for Kai Havertz. The German midfielder played in Sunday’s win over Manchester United but missed Arsenal’s open training session on Wednesday, sparking concerns over his availability.
For Eze, the transfer would mark a remarkable return to Arsenal, who released him as a teenager. The England international has been a standout performer for Palace and remains under contract until 2027.
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has maintained that both Eze and captain Marc Guehi remain fully committed despite transfer speculation. “They are good, they are committed to the team, and as long as they are here, they give 100 percent,” Glasner said ahead of the Eagles’ Conference League play-off clash with Fredrikstad.
Arsenal, who finished second to Liverpool last season, are determined to strengthen their squad for another title challenge. Spurs, meanwhile, are desperate to rebuild after a disappointing domestic campaign despite their Europa League triumph.
The coming days will determine whether Eze makes a sensational switch back to north London — this time in Arsenal red.
