Waddle claims Spurs regret not signing Eberechi Eze this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Chris Waddle expressed that Tottenham Hotspur missed a critical opportunity in not signing Eberechi Eze, who joined Arsenal after a failed transfer from Crystal Palace this summer. Waddle believes Eze's creativity and ability to operate behind the striker would have greatly benefited Spurs, who are currently struggling for consistency under manager Roberto De Zerbi. Despite coming close to securing his signature, the attacker ultimately fulfilled a long-held ambition to play for Arsenal, leaving Spurs to navigate their offensive challenges without him. Waddle's comments suggest Tottenham must reevaluate their squad to address pressing weaknesses.
- •Eberechi Eze joined Arsenal after Tottenham failed to sign him.
- •Waddle believes Eze would have improved Spurs' attacking options.
- •Tottenham struggles for consistency under manager Roberto De Zerbi.
- •Eze fulfilled his dream of representing Arsenal, where he was once a youth player.
- •Waddle highlights Spurs' need for a creative player in the final third.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Waddle explains why Spurs regret not signing Arsenal man
"Eberechi Eze came close to becoming a Tottenham player before Arsenal hijacked his proposed move from Crystal Palace in the summer of 2025. The attacker eventually fulfilled his ambition of joining th...
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