Former Manchester City man is still on Arsenal’s radar

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·21. August 2025

Former Manchester City man is still on Arsenal’s radar

Arsenal have experienced a busy and, by most accounts, successful summer transfer window, but it appears that the club may not be finished strengthening their squad. In recent hours, they hijacked Tottenham’s pursuit of Eberechi Eze, adding another high-profile player to an already improving team. There is speculation that he may not be the last late signing of the window, as the Gunners continue to explore potential additions.

The club’s ambitions are clear. Arsenal are determined to challenge for the Premier League title this season, and Mikel Arteta is aware that achieving this goal requires a squad significantly stronger than the one available last term. While the addition of a top striker had been expected, the club have gone further than many anticipated. Alongside attacking reinforcements, the Gunners have also strengthened their midfield and defence, creating a more balanced and competitive squad.

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Eze and the Impact of Late Signings

The capture of Eze demonstrates Arsenal’s intent to invest strategically and decisively. The England international’s arrival not only boosts the team’s creative options but also signals the club’s ability to compete in high-profile transfer negotiations. The move highlights the Gunners’ determination to build a squad capable of sustaining a title challenge while enhancing depth across key positions.

Beyond Eze, Arsenal appear to be monitoring further opportunities to reinforce the squad. According to Give Me Sport, the club still retain an interest in Julian Alvarez, the forward who joined Atletico Madrid from Manchester City last season. Alvarez has continued to demonstrate his quality on the pitch and would represent a major addition to Arsenal’s attacking options. However, completing such a transfer is expected to be challenging due to the substantial fee Atletico invested to secure his services.

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Future Prospects

While the financial requirements for a signing like Alvarez may be significant, acquiring a player of his calibre would send a strong message about Arsenal’s ambitions. The club have already made several key additions, but further reinforcements could elevate the squad to a level capable of consistently challenging at the top of the Premier League.

As the transfer window approaches its conclusion, supporters will be watching closely to see whether the Gunners continue to invest and strengthen the squad. Late moves like Eze’s capture demonstrate the club’s determination to act decisively, and any further signings could reinforce Arsenal’s credentials as genuine title contenders this season.

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