Spurs push for Eze as Arsenal stall on sales
Spurs opened talks to sign Eberechi Eze before his 68m release clause expires on Friday.
Arsenal need to shift attackers first before pressing ahead with a bid.
The hold up on Leandro Trossard has cleared space for Spurs to act on their long standing interest.
Spurs must move now after losing James Maddison to a long term knee injury and missing out on Morgan Gibbs White.
They can offer Eze Champions League football after winning the Europa League last season.
Thomas Frank is named as the new Spurs manager and he wants attacking firepower fast.
Arsenal and Spurs will continue the chase while Palace stays ready to pace the tempo and judge the real contenders.
Rivals like Millwall bring grit and Brighton bring noise, but this is a window about business not vibes.
Commitment, intensity and rhythm will decide who lands Eze and who sticks to plan.
- Spurs push for Eze before Arsenal can press their move
- Arsenal insist on selling attackers first to fund a bid
- Release clause timing makes the window a sprint, not a stroll
Eberechi Eze
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