Overview

• Tottenham made the first formal offer for Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze in response to his expiring £68m release clause.
• Arsenal continue to express interest but have informed Eze’s camp that they will only sanction a move once they sell players in similar roles.
• David Ornstein reports that Arsenal may activate their pursuit later in the window once they clear squad space.
• The looming deadline has added urgency to Spurs’ push for Eze after James Maddison’s ACL injury and Son Heung-min’s departure.
• Former players like Theo Walcott have publicly advised Eze to remain at Palace to secure regular playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup year.