Breaking: Everyone awaits Tottenham decision to determine Eze’s future amid Arsenal interest
Eze’s Future Still Unsettled
The future of Eberechi Eze remains one of the more intriguing stories of the summer transfer window, with uncertainty continuing to swirl around the Crystal Palace star. According to The Independent’s Miguel Delaney, while Arsenal are widely considered the favourites to secure the 27-year-old’s signature, there’s still a possibility of Tottenham Hotspur making a surprise late push — potentially reigniting a North London transfer battle.
Over the past month, talk of Spurs moving for Eze had cooled significantly, with the focus shifting to Arsenal’s steady pursuit. However, the rumour mill has been stirred again in recent days. GiveMeSport reported over the weekend that Thomas Frank had already given his approval for Tottenham to sign the England international, and that Crystal Palace themselves had encouraged Spurs to submit an offer in hopes of sparking a bidding war between the two rivals.
Arsenal Remain in Pole Position — For Now
Delaney’s latest update makes it clear that Arsenal remain the club most likely to sign Eze. Mikel Arteta’s side are expected to press forward with formal negotiations in the coming days as they look to strengthen their creative options ahead of the new season.
However, Tottenham’s plans may be shifting rapidly following the devastating news that James Maddison has suffered an ACL injury, sidelining the influential midfielder for a significant period. That blow could force Spurs to step back into the Eze chase with far more urgency than before.
Tottenham Yet to Make a Formal Move
Despite holding preliminary discussions earlier in the window, Tottenham are yet to make an official bid for Eze. Sources close to the negotiations suggest the club has been monitoring the situation closely, but until now, they had not been prepared to compete directly with Arsenal. Maddison’s injury, however, may change the calculus entirely, pushing Spurs to accelerate their decision-making.
Defoe Urges Spurs to Act
One notable figure urging Tottenham to act quickly is former striker Jermain Defoe, who believes Eze is tailor-made for Spurs’ style of play. The ex-England forward described Eze as a player with “flair, creativity, and the ability to light up a game” — attributes Defoe insists would thrive under Ange Postecoglou’s attacking philosophy.
Tottenham fans appear to share Defoe’s sentiment. With Maddison out, there’s a growing call among the fanbase for the club to sign a proven creative force capable of unlocking defences — a role Eze has excelled in during his time at Crystal Palace. Last season, the midfielder delivered 11 goals and 4 assists in the Premier League, cementing his status as one of the division’s most entertaining attacking talents.
The North London Tug-of-War
For Palace, Eze’s potential departure would be a major loss, but the club may be tempted to cash in if both Arsenal and Tottenham engage in a bidding war. His current contract runs until 2027, giving Palace strong leverage in negotiations and the ability to demand a premium fee.
Whether Tottenham decide to fully enter the race could depend on how swiftly Arsenal move to finalise a deal. If Spurs do step up their interest, the next few weeks could see one of the summer’s most fascinating transfer battles play out — with bragging rights and a top-tier creative midfielder at stake.
For now, all eyes remain on both N17 and the Emirates as “everyone is waiting” to see if Tottenham will turn Arsenal’s seemingly smooth pursuit into a high-stakes North London showdown.