Arsenal transfer news: Eberechi Eze’s position clear as £26m switch falls through

Arsenal have been linked with a move for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, with the latest update on the deal outlining his position on making a move this summer

Arsenal have been very busy this summer as Mikel Arteta bolsters his squad for another crack at the Premier League title.

The Gunners have been runners-up for three consecutive seasons and want to go one better in their quest to secure a first league crown since 2004. The North London club have already welcomed Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke, Cristhian Mosquera, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga to their ranks.

Thomas Partey, Jorginho, Kieran Tierney, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Nuno Tavares and Marquinhos have all been shown the door, with a flurry of more arrivals and departures anticipated before the transfer window slams shut on September 1.

Here’s all the latest transfer news from the Emirates.

Eze’s decision

Eberechi Eze hasn’t dismissed staying put at Crystal Palace despite Arsenal’s keen interest, reports the Mirror.

The report suggests Palace haven’t yet received a ‘solid bid’ for Eze, as the Gunners baulk at his £68m release clause.

It’s rumoured Arsenal might shift their focus to other prospects, with Palace ‘financially stable’ and unlikely to drop their asking price.

Last season, the 27-year-old FA Cup winner netted 14 goals and set up 11 in 43 appearances across all competitions for Palace.

Kiwior deal falls through

Porto had their eyes on Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior earlier this summer, but talks broke down after hearing the Gunners’ price tag.

Porto reportedly expressed interest in signing Kiwior but were deterred by Arsenal’s €30m (£26m) asking price, according to A Bola. As a result, Porto opted to sign Jan Bednarek from Southampton for £6.5m instead.

Kiwior’s future remains uncertain, despite being praised as “exceptional” by Mikel Arteta in May.

Meanwhile, Fabio Vieira’s future at Arsenal is also in doubt, with the Athletic reporting that Stuttgart are in talks with the Gunners over a potential permanent transfer.

Vieira joined Arsenal from Porto in 2022 but struggled for playing time and was loaned back to Porto last season, where he made 11 goal contributions.

Stuttgart have reportedly approached Arsenal about a deal, with discussions ongoing.