Eberechi Eze is now expected to join Arsenal after the Gunners came back in for him in the 11th hour, despite agreeing a move in principle to join north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur within the last 24 hours.

Following their Eberechi Eze failure, Tottenham now want to sign Nico Paz despite his preference to join Real Madrid.

Crystal Palace head coach Oliver Glasner confirmed Eberechi Eze will not play for the Premier League club against Fredrikstad in the UEFA Conference League play-off on Friday (IST) with the forward set to join Arsenal.

Tottenham have been ridiculed for their petulance after losing out to Arsenal for the signature of Eberechi Eze.

Newcastle are under pressure to sign a new striker this summer. Callum Wilson was released following the expiration of his contract, but Eddie Howe’s side were forced to start the season without a recognised centre forward after Isak began his own protest over his desired move to Liverpool.

Arsenal's stunning coup to snatch Eberechi Eze away from Spurs is a ruthless statement of intent, says BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty

But Daniel Levy and Co. must now scramble for replacements as they look to provide Tottenham with vital added depth in the attacking midfield department. And according to The Independent, Spurs have now turned their attention to Rogers,

Tottenham Hotspur suffered a cruel blow last night in their summer transfer plans with Arsenal hijacking their deal for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze.