Odds slashed on Premier League club to sign Eberechi Eze as details around release clause emerge
Arsenal Emerge as Clear Favourites to Sign Crystal Palace Star Eberechi Eze Amid Intense Premier League Interest
A clear front-runner has now emerged in the transfer saga surrounding Crystal Palace and England winger Eberechi Eze, with the 26-year-old increasingly being tipped for a high-profile move this summer.
Eze, who enjoyed a standout 2024/25 Premier League campaign, finished the season with an impressive return of eight goals and eight assists. His performances have not gone unnoticed, and with a reported £68 million release clause written into his Crystal Palace contract, top clubs across Europe and particularly in England are keeping close tabs on his situation.
According to talkSPORT, interest in Eze is intensifying rapidly. Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal are believed to be leading the charge, with both clubs eager to add a dynamic attacking player to their squads. Tottenham have long been linked with Eze, especially after identifying the wide areas as a key area for reinforcement this summer. The North London club have also been heavily associated with moves for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo and Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, signalling their intent to bolster their attacking depth.
However, it now appears that Arsenal have taken the lead in the race to secure Eze’s signature. Betting odds have shifted significantly in favour of Mikel Arteta’s side, with Arsenal now listed as 6/4 favourites to complete the transfer, overtaking their North London rivals.
“Arsenal have consistently been second favourites behind Tottenham in the pursuit of Eze since last year,” a talkSPORT Bet spokesperson explained. “But now we’re seeing a surge in confidence that a deal could be imminent, with movement likely ahead of the new season.”
Bet365 has also dramatically shortened their odds, cutting them from a long 25/1 to just 2/1 for Eze to join the Gunners – a clear sign that behind-the-scenes negotiations could be heating up.
Latest Betting Odds for Eberechi Eze’s Next Club: Arsenal – 6/4 Tottenham – 2/1 Any German Club – 12/1 Manchester City – 12/1 Any French Club – 12/1 Manchester United – 12/1 Liverpool – 12/1 Any Spanish Club – 12/1
While Arsenal and Tottenham remain front-runners, other Premier League giants such as Manchester United, Manchester City, and Liverpool are also considered outside contenders. Several top-flight clubs from France, Germany, and Spain have likewise shown an interest, although no concrete bids have been reported from outside England as of yet.
A Potential Homecoming Story for Eze?
A potential move to Arsenal would carry added emotional weight for Eze, who was previously part of the club’s academy system. His time with the Gunners, however, ended in heartbreak when he was released at the age of 13—a moment he has publicly admitted was one of the lowest points in his life.
Speaking to The Independent in 2020, Eze reflected on that difficult time:
“I was 13 when I was released. That was the worst one. I remember crying in my room for a solid week. My mum was trying to comfort me, telling me everything would be OK, but I just couldn’t get over it.”
He later joined Fulham’s academy, where he began to rediscover his love for the game. But when he faced Arsenal for the first time after leaving, old emotions resurfaced.
“We played Arsenal a few months later. When I went over to shake the academy manager’s hand, I started welling up. All the feelings came back,” he said.
Eze has never hidden his lifelong dream of playing for Arsenal. In a heartfelt interview on the Rising Ballers YouTube channel, he admitted that the rejection left a lasting impact:
“My dream was to play for Arsenal. So hearing them say no at 13—that was tough. I remember training after I got released, and I couldn’t focus. I was crying. But I think that experience made me stronger. My mindset became: if I can survive being released by Arsenal, I can survive anything. If it’s not Arsenal, I’ll find another way.”
Now, over a decade after that disappointment, Eze could be on the verge of fulfilling that very dream. With Arsenal back in the Champions League and aiming to challenge for major honours under Mikel Arteta, a move to the Emirates would represent a full-circle moment in the winger’s journey—from rejection to redemption.
Whether Arsenal can strike a deal with Crystal Palace remains to be seen, especially given the high price tag. But one thing is clear: Eberechi Eze is a player in demand, and his next move could be one of the defining stories of the summer transfer window.