Arsenal supporters were whipped into a frenzy after witnessing Eberechi Eze’s reaction to being asked about a potential move to the Emirates.
Eze, who famously netted the decisive goal against Manchester City in the FA Cup final to secure Crystal Palace’s first major trophy, returned to Wembley on Sunday to help his side clinch the Community Shield against reigning champions Liverpool. ..Continue Reading
The match ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, with Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scoring for Liverpool, while Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr found the net for Palace.
In the shootout, Palace edged it 3-2 despite Eze’s penalty being saved by Alisson, as Liverpool trio Mohamed Salah, Alexis Mac Allister, and Harvey Elliott all failed to convert.
Captain Marc Guehi, who had to be substituted late on and was replaced by standout performer Justin Devenny, proudly lifted the trophy after the final whistle.
As Eze made his way back onto the pitch with his medal-clad teammates, he responded to fans chanting his name — a moment that only fueled speculation about his future.
Responding to recent speculation, one asked him, ‘Eze are you coming to Arsenal?’ and fans interpreted his smile as confirmation that he is moving to the Emirates Stadium.
One fan reacted: “He smiled so that basically means yes, nah?”
A second agreed: “He smiled and wave so he’s penned a 5 year.”
A third added: “He nodded his head?? That should mean yes.”
A fourth stated: “Heheh that smile we cannot fumble this pleaseeeee arsenalll.”
Arsenal have signed six new players this summer but they are still reportedly in the hunt for Eze and plan to contact Palace regarding his situation.
Mikel Arteta is believed to want a new left winger and after Eze’s £68m release clause expired, Arsenal are hopeful they can get him for a cheaper price.
The England international still has two years left on his current deal at Selhurst Park.
