Arsenal and Bayern Munich are in a competitive race for the signature of Eberechi Eze, according to reports from The Sun. The England international is seen as a key target for both clubs, with Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta regarding Eze as the “final piece of the jigsaw” in his squad. This interest comes after a standout season for Eze, who notably scored the winning goal for Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final.
Bayern Munich is motivated to strengthen its attack following the recent injury to Jamal Musiala, who suffered a broken leg and dislocated ankle. The German club had previously attempted to secure Florian Wirtz from Liverpool, but with that deal falling through, they have turned their sights on Eze. The talented winger possesses a release clause of £68 million, which is reflective of his rising profile in European football.
In addition to Eze, Bayern is also considering a move for out-of-favour Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku as they aim to bolster their attacking options further.
Arsenal is not the only Premier League club looking to finalize key signings this summer. Brentford is exploring the acquisition of Omari Hutchinson, a winger from Ipswich, should Manchester United complete their anticipated deal for Bryan Mbeumo. United is reportedly preparing a third bid for Mbeumo, who netted 20 goals in the Premier League last season. Negotiations have been slow, causing frustration for both Mbeumo and Brentford, but a record-breaking transfer is still expected to be confirmed.
As Mbeumo’s potential exit looms, Brentford has identified Hutchinson as a viable option to fill the right-wing position. Hutchinson is reportedly keen on a return to London, making him an attractive prospect for the Bees.
Arsenal is also on the verge of completing the signing of defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia, with the transfer expected to exceed £200 million in total summer spending for the Gunners. The deal for Mosquera is set at an initial £13 million, with up to £3.5 million in potential bonuses. This move highlights Arsenal’s intent to establish a strong defensive line, providing competition for key players like William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães.
The Gunners’ spending spree follows the appointment of sporting director Andrea Berta in March, with additional signings on the horizon. The club is expected to announce the arrival of Noni Madueke from Chelsea for around £52 million and has reached an agreement with Sporting for Viktor Gyökeres, potentially worth £64 million.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United is making strides towards a club-record fee for Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. Ongoing discussions have seen Frankfurt reject an initial offer of £65 million, with the club holding out for £86 million. Newcastle’s previous record was set with the signing of Alexander Isak for £63 million. The club hopes to finalize this deal to bolster their attacking options, especially with interest in Ekitike from Chelsea and Liverpool.
As the summer transfer window progresses, both Arsenal and Newcastle are poised to reshape their squads significantly, while Brentford navigates potential departures and replacements. The next few weeks promise to be crucial for these clubs as they aim to strengthen their respective teams ahead of the upcoming season.
