Arsenal suffers blow as they chase Crystal Palace star

Arsenal’s ambition to bring Eberechi Eze to the Emirates may have suffered a significant setback before the club could make any serious move. Although the Gunners released the talented attacker during his teenage years, Eze has since evolved into one of the most highly regarded attacking midfielders in English football, attracting the attention of several top clubs.

Now a regular for the England national team, Eze has become an increasingly influential figure on the international stage. His performances for Crystal Palace have been equally impressive, with the midfielder playing a key role in what has been a historic season for the South London club.

Palace’s European Uncertainty Temporarily Raised Exit Possibility

Eze helped Crystal Palace secure their first-ever major trophy by guiding them to victory over Manchester City in the FA Cup final earlier this year. As a result of their triumph, the club secured qualification for the UEFA Europa League, marking a major milestone in their history. However, complications emerged due to their ownership structure.

One of Crystal Palace’s shareholders also holds a stake in French club Lyon, which has also qualified for the same European competition. Given UEFA regulations on multi-club ownership, there was a strong possibility that Palace could be excluded from participating, thereby casting uncertainty over the futures of key players like Eze.

According to Football Insider, that issue now appears to have been resolved. The report claims that John Textor has secured a buyer for his shares in Crystal Palace, a move that would eliminate any conflict of interest and allow the club to take up their place in the Europa League next season.