Premier League
Arsenal has reached an agreement with Crystal Palace to secure the signing of Eberechi Eze in a deal amounting to 78 million euros, as reported by The Athletic.
The 27-year-old English international will become the club's seventh addition in this summer transfer window, following the need to strengthen the attack due to Kai Havertz's injury.
🚨 Arsenal reach agreement in principle with Crystal Palace to sign Eberechi Eze. Deal worth around expired £68m release clause - matching what #THFC were ready to pay. Personal terms close + 27yo plays for #CPFC on Thurs before #AFC medical @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/vo5xWTomOI
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) August 20, 2025
A Strategic Move for Arsenal
The signing of Eberechi Eze reflects both sporting and emotional reasons. The attacking midfielder, a lifelong Arsenal fan and product of the club's academy, returns to North London in what many supporters consider a symbolic move.
Andrea Berta, the sporting director, and Tim Lewis, Arsenal's vice president, were responsible for closing a deal that involved payment close to the player's former release clause.
Eze: a Proven Talent in the Premier League
Since arriving at Palace in 2020 for £17 million, Eberechi Eze has played 169 official matches, scoring 40 goals and playing a decisive role in his team's position. Additionally, he has represented the English national team 12 times.
His ability to play as an attacking midfielder, winger, or playmaker makes him an adaptable player, a quality that Mikel Arteta values for a demanding schedule of Premier League and Champions League matches.
A Sky Sports analyst noted: "Eze is one of the most consistent English players in the last three years. His game reading and striking ability allow him to make a difference in any attacking scheme."

Offensive Reinforcement after Kai Havertz's Injury
Kai Havertz's injury hastened the club's actions. Although Eberechi Eze is not an identical replacement, his arrival provides tactical flexibility. He could free up players like Leandro Trossard or Mikel Merino to play as false nines until the German recovers.
James McNicholas, Arsenal's correspondent, analyzed: "Beyond the sporting aspect, signing an Arsenal fan with a background in the youth academy has an emotional impact on the fans. Additionally, beating Tottenham to this deal is a symbolic triumph."
A Busy Summer at the Emirates Stadium
With the addition of Eberechi Eze, Arsenal now has seven acquisitions in this transfer window: Kepa Arrizabalaga, Cristhian Mosquera, Martín Zubimendi, Christian Norgaard, Noni Madueke, and Viktor Gyökeres. A window marked by the ambition to solidify a competitive project under Andrea Berta's leadership.
The Emirates Stadium is experiencing one of its most active summers in recent history, with an investment that reflects the club's intention to compete for all titles.
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