Arsenal has shown strong interest in Crystal Palace star Ebe Kieze as they are trying to bolster their offensive options ahead of the new season.
Mikel Arteta is keen to add another creative player that can be operated between lines, and Eze’s profile fits perfectly with Arsenal’s systems.
As Arsenal aims to compete in multiple ways, including another Premier League title push and Champions League campaign, depth of the offense and creativity have become a priority.
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Arsenal is taking the first approach to exploring Eze’s potential deals, with Premier League rival Tottenham behind in the race to sign England International.
Eze has a £68 million release clause in the Crystal Palace deal, and although the palace is keen to keep him, Arsenal’s interests are reportedly turning the players’ heads.
Competing in the Champions League and challenging for domestic honors under Arteta could prove a powerful seduction as Eze considers his next step.
Securing a new number nine for Arsenal this summer remains the same, with the club focusing equally on increasing creativity and versatility on a wide range of options.
The injuries to Gabriel Martinelli and Bucayo Saka last season revealed that gunners needed more depth in their team and that Eze could become the player to offer it.
He is a versatile player who can play in many different positions, and Arteta has a particular portrait of such players.
Gunners face competition from their Premier League rivals
Tottenham is also a admirer of Eze, but a quick move to launch Arsenal contacts could give them an edge in what could develop into a North London transfer fight in the coming weeks.
The gunners are deeply connected to the movement of Real Madrid’s Rodrigo, but were unable to make a breakthrough to pursue the Brazilians.
Now, attention is shifting to Eze, which appears to be a more achievable option at this time.
Palace manager Oliver Grasner welcomed Eze as an “unbelievable” player.
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