Tottenham chase Eze as Arsenal cools interest

Tottenham step up a bid for Eberechi Eze as Arsenal ease off and Premier League deadlines loom

Tottenham pursue Eberechi Eze after Arsenal cools interest

Tottenham have rekindled their pursuit of Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze as they search for a creative spark after James Maddison suffers an ACL injury. Eze offers versatility across the frontline and midfield, a fit for Spurs’ flexible setup, but Palace still holds the upper hand with two years left on his contract and a release clause of 67.5 million pounds that expires before the season starts. If the clause lapses, Palace would likely demand a similar fee to move him on.

Timing matters because the Premier League imposes a noon Friday deadline to name players for weekend fixtures. Spurs want to close a deal before the Burnley game to avoid a without a clear No 10 and to best prepare for the opening match. With Dejan Kulusevski out long term, options like Lucas Bergvall, Pape Matar Sarr, Wilson Odobert and Mathys Tel could be pressed into the role if Eze is not secured in time. Palace, meanwhile, would prefer a quick resolution to replace him and may face pressure if more links to potential replacements surface. Arsenal have cooled their pursuit as they redirect focus to fringe players rather than new signings, opening space for Spurs to step in.

Eze’s potential move highlights how a single signing can alter a team’s balance, especially when a key creator is suddenly essential. The deal would test Spurs’ willingness to pay a premium to avoid a midseason gap, and it shows how injury news can tilt transfer priorities in a hurry. The tension between urgency and price discipline will shape how aggressively Spurs push now rather than later.

For Palace, selling Eze would require a quick and credible plan to replace him while preserving competitiveness. The release clause creates a concrete price, but the storm around a big transfer can complicate timing and negotiation. In a crowded market, this saga mirrors broader pressures on midtable clubs to monetise talent while managing squad depth for the short and long term.

Highlights

The window moves fast and so do the decisions that shape the season.