Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal have not swooped for Eberechi Eze because Kai Havertz has suffered a knee injury. Havertz has been dealing with a knee issue since last Sunday’s game at Old Trafford, which Arsenal won 1-0.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has dismissed suggestions that the Gunners’ swoop for Eberechi Eze was triggered by Kai Havertz’s injury setback. The north London side moved quickly to finalise a £60 million deal for the Crystal Palace star,

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has played down speculation surrounding Eberechi Eze’s move to the Emirates, insisting the Crystal Palace midfielder is not yet part of his squad despite reports of a completed medical.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remained tight-lipped on Eberechi Eze 's imminent move but revealed the number one factor behind any signing. The Gunners are closing in on a deal for Eze after agreeing a fee worth £60million upfront, plus £7.5m in add-ons with Crystal Palace earlier in the week.

Arsenal are on the verge of hijacking a deal for Eberechi Eze, with the 27-year-old reportedly set to undergo a medical ahead of the weekend. However, when asked about the move, manager Mikel Arteta remained tight-lipped and offered little confirmation.