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Spurs Land Palace Sensation Eze in Blockbuster £60M Deal!

Published 2 weeks ago3 minute read
Uche Emeka
Uche Emeka
Spurs Land Palace Sensation Eze in Blockbuster £60M Deal!

The summer transfer window is heading towards a thrilling climax, with major clubs across the Premier League actively bolstering their squads ahead of the new season. Significant developments include Tottenham's high-profile acquisition of Eberechi Eze, Arsenal's ongoing transfer activities, and Liverpool's ambitious pursuit of key players, as clubs splash major cash to strengthen their teams.

Tottenham Hotspur has reached an agreement worth just over £60 million to sign Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace. This major breakthrough followed days of talks, with Spurs agreeing to pay £30 million upfront, an initial payment that will assist Palace in signing a replacement for their outgoing talisman. Eze, 27, emerged as a key target for Tottenham following the ACL injury suffered by James Maddison during pre-season. While talks were held last week, and it was suggested Eze might sit out his side's Premier League opener, he played in the 0-0 draw at Stamford Bridge, where he was unlucky to see a brilliant free-kick disallowed. Despite previous suggestions from boss Oliver Glasner that Eze would be available for an upcoming Conference League clash, his move to North London now appears imminent. Palace, meanwhile, has identified Leicester star Bilal El Khannouss and Club Brugge's Chris Tzolis as potential replacements. Eze is set to become Tottenham's sixth signing of the transfer window, following initial loans for Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel being made permanent, a £5 million swoop for Japanese centre-back Kota Takai, a £55 million deal for West Ham star Mohammed Kudus, and Joao Palhinha joining on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich. Tottenham remains interested in Manchester City winger Savinho, though Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche has emerged as an alternative option.

Arsenal's transfer business is definitely far from over. The Gunners have reportedly received a major boost in their pursuit of Real Madrid star Rodrygo, with Manchester City now reportedly keen on keeping Savinho, potentially clearing a path for Rodrygo. In positive news for the Emirates, Leandro Trossard has agreed a new deal, despite multiple reports suggesting the winger was leaving the club this summer. However, a significant blow for Arsenal is the news that Gunners target Eberechi Eze is now closing in on a switch to bitter rivals Tottenham.

Elsewhere in the Premier League, Liverpool is poised for a record-breaking move. SunSport has exclusively revealed that Liverpool has sanctioned a British record £130 million move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak next week. This potential deal comes after Isak released a statement revealing that the 'relationship can't continue' between himself and Newcastle. Liverpool is also hoping to scoop up Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi for £35 million. Chelsea is also said to be advancing in their pursuit of Alejandro Garnacho, indicating a busy and significant summer for top-flight clubs.

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