Eberechi Eze scored a hat-trick on Sunday (November 23), as Arsenal beat Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 in the North London Derby. The result gave Arsenal three significant points to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League, but for many, it felt like much more, the perfect ending to a transfer story that began three months earlier.
Details about Eberechi Eze’s hat-trick in Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur clash
In a dominant North London Derby display, Eberechi Eze delivered a masterful hat-trick that decisively settled the contest against Tottenham Hotspur. The Crystal Palace loanee turned Gunner was simply outstanding throughout. His opener arrived just before half-time with a low, driven shot that made it 2-0. He doubled his tally in the 46th minute, with a composed finish to stun Spurs further, and he completed the perfect hat-trick in the 76th minute by curling a beautiful effort beyond the goalkeeper. Though Richarlison pulled one back late for Tottenham Hotspur, the damage was long done. Eze’s brilliance had already sealed a memorable Arsenal victory.
The transfer Tottenham Hotspur thought was done
In August 2025, Tottenham believed they had secured Eberechi Eze. A fee of around £60 million plus add-ons was agreed with Crystal Palace, and personal terms were in place. Spurs were planning how the 27-year-old would fit into Thomas Frank’s side.
Acting late in the window, the Gunners tabled £67.5 million (£60m upfront, £7.5m in add-ons) and convinced Eze to join them instead.
Mikel Arteta explained the signing
Mikel Arteta was clear about why Arsenal moved for Eze.
“We are absolutely delighted to bring Eberechi to Arsenal. He is a powerful and exciting player who will give us a new dimension in our attacking game,” the manager said.
“His journey, his mentality, and his ambition are exactly what we want in our team,” he added.
Eberechi Eze’s path to the top
Eberechi Eze’s career has been built on perseverance. Released by Arsenal as a teenager, he rose at QPR before moving to Crystal Palace in 2020 for £17 million. His highlight there came in May 2025 when he scored the winning goal in the FA Cup final against Manchester City, Crystal Palace’s first major trophy.
