Eberechi Eze, the Nigerian international playing for Crystal Palace, has officially completed his transfer to Arsenal in a deal valued at £67.5 million.
This transfer, finalized within the last 24 hours, marks a major coup for the Gunners, who succeeded in hijacking the player’s signature from Tottenham Hotspur after an initial agreement with Spurs. Arsenal will pay £60 million guaranteed plus £7.5 million in bonuses to secure the services of the promising forward.
This move puts Eze among the most expensive recent transfers of African players, highlighting the rise of African talent in major European leagues. The 27-year-old player, with two years remaining on his Crystal Palace contract, was highly sought after due to his technical skill and offensive impact, prompting Arsenal to accelerate negotiations. The transfer is expected to be finalized after a medical examination likely taking place by Friday.
Eze, who started the season with Crystal Palace and played in their Europa Conference League match this Thursday, wishes to say goodbye to his fans before joining his new club. The transfer represents a setback for Tottenham, who believed they had secured an agreement but were overtaken by Arsenal’s strategic move following an injury in their squad.
This transfer exemplifies the vitality of the African football transfer market in the summer of 2025 and the growing interest of English clubs in African players. Arsenal’s recruitment of Eze highlights the London club’s clear intent to strengthen their attack with a high-potential player, knowing he has already proven his effectiveness in the Premier League and on the international stage.