Arsenal’s potential signing of Eberechi Eze has the potential to reshape their entire season. If the deal goes through, it will represent their seventh acquisition of the summer and push their spending beyond the £250 million mark. It is a statement of intent from the club’s hierarchy, a clear signal that Mikel Arteta has been given everything he has asked for. The question that now lingers over the Emirates Stadium is whether this squad can finally deliver the silverware the fans have been craving for so long.
This summer window might be remembered as one of Arsenal’s most transformative in modern times. Every area of the squad has been reinforced. Viktor Gyökeres has been brought in to provide the reliable goal scorer they have long lacked at centre-forward. Martín Zubimendi’s arrival adds a press-resistant midfielder capable of controlling the tempo in high-pressure games. Noni Madueke has been added to strengthen their wide options and ensure there is no overreliance on Bukayo Saka. Kepa Arrizabalaga and Christian Nørgaard bring experience, leadership and a winning mentality to the dressing room. Cristhian Mosquera’s signing ensures they have a young, promising central defender to grow alongside one of the best defensive partnerships in the league.
Now, with Eberechi Eze on the brink of joining, Arsenal look set to add the type of creative talent that can unlock stubborn defences and provide the spark needed in decisive moments. Taking him from Tottenham’s grasp only makes this prospective deal even more satisfying for Arsenal supporters.
The 27-year-old Crystal Palace star is expected to become the headline addition of what has been a frantic first summer under new sporting director Andrea Berta, who joined from Atlético Madrid with a reputation for assembling competitive squads. For years, Arsenal have spent significant sums to support Arteta’s vision. Yet this window feels different. It represents a shift from simply addressing gaps to acquiring match-winning quality.
Arteta’s side have often fallen short in the final stages of title races, usually due to injuries and a lack of options on the bench. Last season’s collapse in the Champions League, where they fell to Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals, highlighted the problem. Arteta admitted afterwards that Arsenal had to reach the decisive stages of competitions with a fully fit and fully available squad, and that they were not yet at that level.
This summer has changed that narrative. Arsenal can now boast the depth to compete on all fronts. They have a roster capable of producing two complete starting XIs of genuine quality. While arguments can be made over who should feature in their strongest lineup, the strength of what would be considered their second team underlines just how much quality is now at Arteta’s disposal. Many of those players would walk into the starting eleven of other top Premier League sides, and their ability to step in without significantly weakening the team is what separates title challengers from champions.
Kai Havertz’s absence through injury, along with the presence of seasoned Premier League winners like Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko, further showcases the luxury Arteta has at his disposal. This level of depth is something Manchester City have relied on during Pep Guardiola’s era of dominance. It is something Arteta has been eager to replicate, knowing that competing for multiple trophies requires not just talent but durability across a gruelling season.
Arteta spoke during pre-season about the challenge ahead. He emphasised the unprecedented demands of the upcoming campaign, with the team expected to compete deep into every competition. According to him, having a deep and versatile squad is not optional for any top club, and Arsenal now finally meet that standard.
Beyond depth, this window has brought players who can immediately elevate the first team. Gyökeres fills a role Arsenal have been searching for in a natural number nine. Zubimendi is a ready-made replacement for the holding midfield position, providing balance and control. Eze, perhaps most importantly, adds a new dimension to their attack. His presence could transform Arsenal’s left flank, an area where Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard have often been inconsistent.
Although Eze has excelled as a central attacking midfielder, he is just as comfortable operating from the left wing. His ability to pick up the ball in wide areas and drive into central positions is one of his trademarks. Last season, he attempted and completed more dribbles per 90 minutes in the Premier League than any player currently in Arsenal’s squad. He also created 40 chances for Crystal Palace after carrying the ball at least five metres, 25 of which he finished himself and 15 that set up teammates. No Arsenal player matched those figures.
Since joining Crystal Palace in 2020, Eze has consistently ranked among the league’s best at creating danger after carrying the ball. Only a handful of players have produced more shots from such situations, and most of them have been part of the Premier League’s elite clubs. His 2024-25 campaign was his most productive to date, recording 14 goals and 12 assists across all competitions, surpassing even his standout Championship season with Queens Park Rangers.
Eze’s contributions are not limited to attacking moments. He is relentless off the ball, an attribute essential for Arteta’s pressing system. Among the 50 Premier League players to register at least 1,200 pressures in attacking and midfield zones last season, only five recorded a higher percentage of high-intensity presses.
His potential impact at Arsenal goes beyond statistics. Supporters are thrilled by the idea of his return to the club that released him as a teenager. For them, this is not just a signing; it is a redemption story. It is the arrival of a player who embodies creativity, individuality and the ability to turn games when they become predictable.
Eze himself has spoken about the joy of playing football with flair, saying earlier this year that his style is for the people in the stands, to excite and entertain. That mentality could be exactly what Arsenal need to finally take the final step after years of near misses.
Arsenal have poured immense resources into building this squad. With Eze poised to join Gyökeres and Zubimendi as headline additions, the excuses have run out. This team has the depth, the quality and the star power to bring trophies back to North London. The Premier League title, absent for over two decades, is now the clear target.
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