This Player Sacrifice Could Be Key to Arsenal Winning Eze Race Over Spurs

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·12 août 2025

This Player Sacrifice Could Be Key to Arsenal Winning Eze Race Over Spurs

Leandro Trossard may have played his final game for Arsenal if the latest reports are to be believed.

The Belgian international, who has repeatedly delivered in red and white, now finds himself in a precarious position at the Emirates. With the signings Arsenal have made, and those still expected, including Eberechi Eze, Trossard appears increasingly dispensable.

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Trossard – biggest casualty of Arsenal’s summer activity

Noni Madueke’s ability to operate on either flank has reduced Trossard’s value as a versatile winger. Viktor Gyökeres, brought in as a striking alternative to Kai Havertz, has rendered his false nine role largely redundant. And once Eze arrives, his playmaker credentials may no longer be required.

Of all Arsenal’s attacking additions this summer, Trossard was always likely to be the biggest loser despite featuring in every one of Arsenal’s league games last season. It was believed the player himself was pushing for a move, a theory strengthened when he changed his agency.

Initially, reports suggested Mikel Arteta wanted him to stay, but that stance may now have shifted.

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Exit to fund Eze deal?

According to BBC Sport’s Sami Mokbel, Arsenal’s manager may have softened his position:

“Arsenal have an interest in Eze, but the club are currently looking at trying to move players on, with the likes of Leandro Trossard, Reiss Nelson and Fabio Vieira set to leave.”

While some may view Trossard’s departure as a blow, others believe the new arrivals will more than compensate for his absence in terms of goals and assists. With sales needed to help fund the Eze swoop, his exit could be the sacrifice that gets one key deal over the line.

Currently injured, Trossard may leave without playing for Arsenal again. Then again, he might yet get one final chance to say goodbye.

Thoughts Gooners?

Daniel O

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