Arsenal have stepped up their interest in Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, holding talks with his representatives as Mikel Arteta continues to target attacking reinforcements. The Gunners are believed to be weighing up a move for the England international, who has a release clause of £67.5 million, according to The Guardian.

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Tottenham are also firmly in the frame and remain long-time admirers of Eze. Spurs have reportedly explored the possibility of making him a marquee addition under new manager Thomas Frank. However, both North London clubs are yet to make formal contact with Crystal Palace

Palace remain insistent that any suitor must meet Eze’s full release clause. With his current deal running until 2027, the South London club are under no immediate pressure to sell. Still, there is a strategic awareness at Selhurst Park that failure to sell this summer could impact Eze’s value in future windows.

Having scored the winning goal in May’s FA Cup final and netted for England against Latvia in March, Eze’s stock is higher than ever. He celebrated his 27th birthday on Sunday and is entering the peak of his career. Despite this, some clubs are hesitant to meet the full clause due to his age profile.

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Arsenal’s interest carries extra weight considering Eze was released by the club at 13. That backstory adds a layer of sentiment to what would otherwise be a ruthlessly strategic signing.

Eze’s blend of creativity, ball-carrying ability and technical precision offers a different profile to the current options at Arteta’s disposal. With Arsenal finishing second in the league for the third straight season, fine margins could determine whether they finally claim the title.

Palace face the risk of losing both Eze and Marc Guéhi in the same window. Guéhi, also attracting interest from Liverpool and Newcastle, could see out the final 12 months of his deal if no club meets their valuation. Spurs saw a £70 million bid turned down for the defender in January, and Liverpool are reportedly considering a deal involving Ben Doak.

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For now, Palace’s stance on Eze remains firm. Unless a club triggers the clause, no movement is expected. Yet, with both Arsenal and Spurs now actively engaged, the story may accelerate in the coming weeks.

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For Arsenal supporters, the possibility of bringing Eberechi Eze back to North London is thrilling. Not just because of his Palace form or his England impact, but because it feels like unfinished business. Letting him go at 13 always left a lingering “what if,” and now, the opportunity to make amends carries both footballing and emotional weight.

Eze has blossomed into one of the Premier League’s most technically gifted attackers. He glides through midfield lines, makes space where none exists and, crucially, scores in big moments. Arsenal need that. They need a player who can disrupt low blocks and deliver magic when the structure breaks down.

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£67.5 million may seem steep for a 27-year-old, but if it delivers the Premier League title, it’s a bargain. Given Arteta’s tactical framework and development track record, Eze could thrive and evolve further. The idea of him linking up with Odegaard, Saka and Havertz adds layers to an already potent attack.

The Spurs factor adds spice, of course. This is a deal that Arsenal must push hard for, both to strengthen their own squad and deny their local rivals a difference-maker. For many fans, this feels like more than a signing. It’s about destiny, redemption and ambition.