Ex-Arsenal man insists Eze puts pressure on Gunners to win the title now

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·22 August 2025

Ex-Arsenal man insists Eze puts pressure on Gunners to win the title now

Paul Merson has provided his insight on Arsenal’s acquisition of Eberechi Eze, suggesting that the attacker’s arrival significantly raises expectations for the club this season. The signing of Eze adds to a wealth of attacking talent at the Emirates and is viewed as a decisive step in Arsenal’s efforts to challenge for the Premier League title.

The addition of Eze is expected to strengthen the team considerably, with the forward likely to make an immediate impact on the squad. His technical ability and creativity provide Mikel Arteta with further options in attack, while his arrival has also generated excitement among supporters eager to see him in action. The move represents the fulfilment of a long-held ambition for the player, who has reportedly long desired to join Arsenal and can now pursue a personal dream in the Premier League.

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Arsenal’s Strengthened Squad

For the Gunners, Eze’s signing represents a notable enhancement to an already competitive squad. Paul Merson believes that the improvement is substantial enough to alter perceptions around Arsenal’s title prospects. The forward has been one of the most impressive players in the Premier League in recent seasons and is expected to elevate the team’s attacking capabilities. Merson noted that Eze brings a unique quality to the side, describing him as a crucial addition who could be pivotal in breaking down opposition defences.

With this new strength in the squad, Arsenal are now under increased pressure to translate their talent into silverware. Rivals and supporters alike will closely scrutinise the team’s performances, and expectations for a successful campaign have risen accordingly. The combination of established stars and new signings like Eze has positioned Arsenal as one of the most formidable sides in the league.

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Merson’s Perspective

As quoted by Football Insider, Merson said: “He’s the X-Factor, the missing piece of Arsenal winning the Premier league. The pressure is now on to win the Premier League. Mikel Arteta has bought amazingly. They needed a holding midfielder, they bought a top-drawer one in Martin Zubimendi. They needed a centre forward, they bought a centre forward. Now they’ve bought someone who can break defences and who can get into a lot of teams.”

It is evident that with Eze now in the squad, Arsenal must perform at the highest level to meet the heightened expectations. The team’s strengthened attacking options provide a platform for success, but the pressure to achieve results will be significant throughout the season.

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