Mikel Arteta Explains How Arsenal Hijacked Tottenham’s Move for Eberechi Eze With a Phone Call

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta revealed how a phone call helped the Gunners hijack Tottenham's move for Eberechi Eze, who was on the verge of joining Spurs in a stunning £20 million deal. Crystal Palace had been negotiating with Tottenham for ten days, but Arteta's intervention turned the tide in Arsenal's favor within hours.

Eze was officially unveiled as a Gunner on Saturday, with Arteta emphasizing the importance of their phone call. The player's desire to work with Arteta played a significant role in the transfer twist, as Crystal Palace inadvertently facilitated the move.

Despite Spurs having agreed terms with Palace, Eze's availability and Arsenal's swift action led to the player signing a contract with the Gunners, including the option for an extra year and the iconic number 10 shirt. Eze could make his debut for Arsenal in a crucial match against Liverpool, shaping the Premier League title race.

Arsenal's summer transfer plans have taken an interesting turn as they consider Eze.