Arsenal have confirmed the signing of 27-year-old England international Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, with the creative midfielder set to don the iconic No. 10 jersey for the Gunners in the upcoming season. The transfer fee is reported to be £60 million plus £7.5 million in add-ons, with the majority of the performance-related clauses deemed achievable based on media analysis.
Eze, who began his youth career at Arsenal before joining Queens Park Rangers in 2016, returns to north London after establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most dynamic attacking talents during five seasons at Crystal Palace. His standout moment came in May 2025, when he scored the winning goal in the Eagles’ historic FA Cup final victory over Manchester City. Last season, he contributed 14 goals and 11 assists in all competitions, showcasing his ability to influence games in both creative and goal-scoring roles.
The 27-year-old was officially unveiled to Arsenal fans prior to the club’s 00:30 BST match against Leeds United at Emirates Stadium, where he received a warm welcome from supporters. Manager Mikel Arteta highlighted Eze’s "mentality and ambition" as key reasons for the signing, emphasizing his belief that the midfielder will add a new dimension to Arsenal’s attacking play. Sporting director Andrea Berta echoed this sentiment, describing Eze as a "creative and explosive talent" with the technical quality to thrive in the Premier League.
Eze’s return to Arsenal marks a full-circle moment in his career, as he now steps into the No. 10 role previously worn by legends like Thierry Henry and Mesut Özil. The jersey’s significance was not lost on the player, who expressed his pride in taking on the iconic number during his unveiling ceremony. With Arsenal’s summer spending exceeding £200 million, Eze’s arrival underscores the club’s ambition to challenge for major honors in the 2025/26 campaign.
