How Arsenal really feel about Eberechi Eze now after £67.5m transfer move

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TBR Football understands that Arsenal “couldn’t be happier” with the signing of Eberechi Eze after the start he has made at the club.

The England international was involved in a dramatic transfer saga that saw two North London clubs battle it out for his signature.

In the end, Arsenal hijacked Tottenham’s deal for Eze, sealing a deal with Crystal Palace worth £67.5 million.

It brought the versatile forward back to his boyhood club, where he was released as a youngster during his academy days.

So far, there have been mixed reviews on how Eberechi Eze is settling into life at the Emirates Stadium.

While he has looked bright in spells, some big missed chances have brought about questions over how clinical he can be.

With that said, though, Arsenal appear to be very happy with the transfer so far.

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Arsenal delighted by Eberechi Eze’s start at the club

Eze was one of eight signings Arsenal made in the summer transfer window, with roughly £250 million spent in the market.

Some, like Martin Zubimendi, have made an immediate impact.

With others, there is a need to be convinced, like with Viktor Gyokeres.

Some simply haven’t landed any time yet, such as Piero Hincapie.

For Eze, there have been a handful of games with plenty of bright moments and a few bits to improve on.

The club, however, are delighted with his impact, as revealed by TBR Football’s Graeme Bailey.

He claimed: “Absolutely no worries whatsoever, they’re [Arsenal] delighted with him [Eberechi Eze] and how he’s settled.

“He’s everything they thought he would be. Every fan wants a new signing to hit Ballon d’Or form immediately, but that’s not always realistic.

“Arsenal are in a great place, and they’re very happy with Eze. He’s adapting well to the system and getting used to his teammates.

“From what I’m told, they couldn’t be happier with his progress. He’s exactly the type of player and character they thought they were buying.”

It’s been a decent start for Eze, who will now be looking to build on that with an opportunity coming up.

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Eberechi Eze has an opportunity to cement Arsenal position

With a decent start so far, Eze can now cement his place in the Arsenal team moving forward.

A knee injury for Martin Odegaard means that the Gunners will be relying on other options in the number ten position.

That seems made for Eze to step up, although there will be pressure on from Ethan Nwaneri and Max Dowman in that position.

Games against the likes of Fulham, Burnley and Sunderland offer a chance for him to show how to break down stubborn defences.

There are also two emotionally charged games for the star, including a clash against his former side, Crystal Palace, and the North London Derby against Tottenham.

By the time Odegaard is back, that position could belong to Eze.