After Viktor Gyökeres, Arsenal targets Eberechi Eze in €51 million deal

Premier League runners-up set sights on Crystal Palace midfielder following a €100M+ spree

Arsenal are lining up a move for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, with a bid of €51.6 million (£60 million) set to be submitted in the coming days. The approach follows the Gunners’ recent high-profile signing of striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP.

The 27-year-old midfielder has emerged as a key target for manager Mikel Arteta, who is seeking to add creativity and goals from midfield ahead of the 2025–26 Premier League campaign.

Eze’s Stellar Season Captured Arsenal’s Interest

Eze enjoyed a breakout season in 2024–25, playing a pivotal role in Crystal Palace’s historic FA Cup triumph, where he scored the winning goal in the final against Manchester City. His performances across the season including 8 goals and 8 assists helped Palace secure a respectable 12th place in the Premier League under manager Oliver Glasner.

With his stock on the rise, Arsenal have prioritized his signing as part of their ongoing squad overhaul.

Arsenal Offer Structured in Installments

According to sources close to both clubs, Arsenal’s offer of €51.6M will be structured across three installments. While the figure is below Eze’s €57.6M (£67M) release clause, the two London clubs enjoy strong working relations, and a deal is considered feasible.

In an effort to further smooth negotiations, Reiss Nelson could be included in the transaction as a player swap element to reduce the upfront cash required.

Eze Open to Arsenal Move

Eze is said to be keen on a move to the Emirates Stadium, with personal terms unlikely to be a stumbling block. His potential arrival would bolster an Arsenal midfield already featuring Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard.

With UEFA Champions League football on offer and Mikel Arteta pushing for a title challenge, Eze is reportedly eager to take the next step in his career.

Arsenal’s Summer Spending Soars Above €290M

If completed, the Eze deal would push Arsenal’s total summer expenditure past €290 million, marking one of the most aggressive transfer windows in club history.

In addition to Gyökeres, Arsenal have already secured deals for:

• Martin Zubimendi
• Noni Madueke
• Cristian Mosquera
• Kepa Arrizabalaga
• Christian Nørgaard

With Eze potentially joining next, the Gunners are clearly reinforcing with depth and quality to close the gap with Manchester City and make a deep run in Europe.