Arsenal have been encouraged to make a move for Eberechi Eze, as the Crystal Palace star is expected to depart soon.

In his latest exclusive column for CaughtOffside, Charles Watts praised Eze’s outstanding performances this season and urged Arsenal to pursue the talented midfielder. The England international has been in exceptional form, contributing 15 goals and 11 assists across all competitions, including the match-winning goal in Palace’s FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.

With such impressive displays, it seems unlikely that Palace will be able to retain him for much longer. Watts emphasized that Eze is destined for a big move in the near future.

Reflecting on Eze’s impact, Watts said: “It was no surprise at all to see Eberechi Eze decide the game (in the FA Cup final). He was brilliant.”

Arsenal Tipped to Make Move for Crystal Palace Star Eberechi Eze

In his latest column for CaughtOffside, Charles Watts has urged Arsenal to pursue Eberechi Eze, insisting the Crystal Palace playmaker is ready for a major career move.

Watts praised Eze’s standout performances this season—highlighting his 15 goals and 11 assists—including his decisive goal in Palace’s FA Cup final win over Manchester City.

“It wasn’t just his goal—his overall game, especially in the second half, was outstanding,” Watts said. “He was so intelligent in possession, always making the right decisions.”

He believes Eze would be an ideal fit for Mikel Arteta’s side, though it’s unclear whether Arsenal are actively targeting him. “If they’re not considering him, they should be,” Watts argued. “He’s clearly ready for the next step, and even Palace fans know his departure is inevitable.”

With Eze likely to be available this summer, Watts concluded: “If he’s on the market, Arsenal should be leading the race to sign him.”

Could Eberechi Eze Outshine Martin Ødegaard at Arsenal?

There’s no denying Martin Ødegaard’s quality, but the Arsenal captain has struggled for consistency in recent months. While the Norwegian remains a key figure, his influence has waned—raising the question of whether Eberechi Eze could offer an upgrade in creativity and end product.

Ødegaard has the talent to regularly hit double digits in goals and assists, but his output has fluctuated. In contrast, Eze has thrived at Crystal Palace, delivering 15 goals and 11 assists this season—a level of productivity that could rise even further surrounded by Arsenal’s superior attacking talent.

With Eze entering his prime and seemingly ready for a top-club challenge, he might just bring the dynamism and reliability that Arsenal’s midfield has occasionally lacked. If Ødegaard fails to rediscover his best form, the Palace star could prove to be not just competition but an outright improvement.