Christian Benteke reacts after Ebere Eze to Arsenal transfer news at Crystal Palace
Eberechi Eze’s latest transfer update on a potential move to Arsenal caught the attention of Crystal Palace cult favourite Christian Benteke.
The 27-year-old playmaker has become one of the most sought-after players in the Premier League over the last few seasons, with Eze also attracting attention from Bayern Munich, Mick Brown told Football Insider.
In five seasons with the Eagles, the former QPR man has racked up 167 appearances, with 40 goals and 28 assists, becoming one of the most loved players at Selhurst Park and one of the most valuable.
Tottenham have long been linked with Eze, and Stefan Borson told Football Insider that Thomas Frank will need to pay the full £68million to secure his signature, with Palace holding out for his release clause.
Marc Guehi, Adam Wharton, and Jean-Philippe Mateta have all been linked with exits this summer, but Oliver Glasner will be most worried about his dangerous playmaker ahead of next season.
Eberechi Eze edges closer to Crystal Palace exit
Taking to Instagram (30 June), Fabrizio Romano wrote: “BREAKING: Arsenal make contact with Eberechi Eze’s camp over a summer move. Initial talks took place, with Arsenal now informed of the final deal conditions with Crystal Palace.
“Tottenham are also keen on Eze, while Spurs added Mohammed Kudus to their shortlist for this summer,” with the transfer update gaining a like from former teammate Benteke.
Football Insider understands that Arsenal are still weighing up a move for Eze, having already enquired about the England international’s availability.
Oliver Glasner faces uncertain summer ahead of 2025/26 campaign
Football Insider verdict
Eze’s future is not the only concern at Selhurst Park, with Football Insider understanding that, while Liverpool have been strongly linked with Marc Guehi, the defender is in no rush to make a decision.
The Eagles are already preparing for the worst outcome, with Ousmane Diomande set to join from Sporting CP, bringing a wealth of Champions League and Europa League experience with him.
Losing multiple stars ahead of the 2025/26 campaign would be a huge blow after such an incredible season, lifting their first piece of major silverware with the FA Cup at Wembley Stadium.
The England international scored the only goal of the game to beat Pep Guardiola‘s Man City, and with a spot in the Europa League next term, Glasner will be keen to achieve even more success.
If Arsenal do make their move for Eze’s signature this summer, fans would not blame the player for switching to the Emirates Stadium as Mikel Arteta continues to grow his squad.
The Gunners will be aiming for success in the Premier League and Champions League next term, and even with Martin Odegaard in the team, the 27-year-old could play a key role.