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Eberechi Eze

Eberechi Oluchi Eze is an English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Eberechi Eze is an English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team, primarily as an attacking midfielder or winger.

What it is

Eberechi Oluchi Eze, born 29 June 1998 in Greenwich, London, is a right-footed attacking midfielder or winger of Nigerian descent. He stands 1.78 m tall and has represented England at senior level since June 2023.

Key details

Eze came through English youth football, including a stint in Arsenal's academy, before turning professional at Queens Park Rangers. He joined Crystal Palace in August 2020 and later moved to Arsenal in August 2025. His senior England debut came on 16 June 2023, and he was part of England's Euro 2024 squad.

Why it matters

Eze's rise from youth football to a Premier League regular and England international highlights his technical skill and versatility. His transfer to Arsenal in 2025 marks a significant step in his career, adding depth to a top club's attack.

In short

  • English attacking midfielder or winger, born in Greenwich, London, of Nigerian descent.
  • Played for Queens Park Rangers and Crystal Palace before joining Arsenal in 2025.
  • Made senior England debut in June 2023 and featured in Euro 2024.
  • Known for his dribbling, creativity, and ability to play across the front line.

Quick questions

Who is Eberechi Eze?
Eberechi Eze is an English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team.
What position does Eberechi Eze play?
He is mainly an attacking midfielder, but he can also play as a winger.
When did Eberechi Eze make his England debut?
He made his senior England debut on 16 June 2023.

Sources

  1. England Footballhttps://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/squad/eberechi-eze
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, current club, debut date, senior caps and goals, and player biography.
  2. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/251400/eberechi-eze
    Supports: Position, club, height, nationality, and birthdate.
  3. BBC Sporthttps://www.bbc.com/sport/football/65907156
    Supports: Career background, rejection story, Crystal Palace transfer, and England breakthrough.
  4. The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6562220/2025/08/25/eberechi-eze-arsenal-transfer-tldr/
    Supports: Arsenal transfer in August 2025 and contract details.