Eze could receive a great honor upon joining Arsenal.

Eze is very likely to take the number 10 shirt if he transfers to Arsenal in the near future.

Arsenal has officially reached an agreement to sign Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, concluding a surprising deal by outbidding Tottenham at the last moment. The 27-year-old midfielder is about to fulfill his childhood dream of wearing the prestigious red and white jersey of the club where he trained in the academy before being released at age 13.

Eze’s arrival at Arsenal is not just emotional but also a strategic move by coach Ruben Amorim amid squad setbacks. Kai Havertz suffered a knee injury in the Premier League opener against Manchester United, forcing Arsenal to seek reinforcements in midfield, and Eze, one of the most creative attacking midfielders in the Premier League today, has become the chosen option.

This transfer is especially sweet for Eze as the number 10 jersey at Emirates is currently vacant. The number, previously worn by Emile Smith Rowe who joined Fulham last summer, is famously linked to Arsenal legends like Dennis Bergkamp, Jack Wilshere, and Mesut Ozil. It is also the number Eze wore at Queens Park Rangers and Crystal Palace, promising to become a new symbol at Emirates.

Previously, Tottenham was reportedly very close to signing Eze. The English midfielder was even expected to play for Palace in their Europa Conference League opener against Fredrikstad. However, he unexpectedly missed the match due to “illness” just before kickoff. Only hours later, Arsenal appeared and swiftly took the deal away from their North London rivals.

Eze just had a brilliant season with Crystal Palace, playing a key role in the Eagles’ successful fight against relegation and winning the FA Cup. His dribbling skills, tactical awareness, and spontaneous style of play make him the missing piece Arsenal needs to upgrade their attack.

Eze’s arrival promises to add more depth to Arsenal’s attack, which has already been strengthened by Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres this summer. Wearing the number 10, he would become the new creative hub for the Gunners, boosting their offensive power and sharing the workload with stars like Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard.

For Arsenal, this transfer is not only a sporting success but also symbolic, bringing a “lost son” back to Emirates after 14 years. For Eze, wearing the red and white jersey with the legendary number 10 will be a memorable milestone, marking a new chapter in his flourishing career.