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Eberechi Eze

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

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Eberechi Oluchi Eze is an English professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for Arsenal and the England national team. Born in Greenwich, London, to Nigerian parents, he developed through English youth football before establishing himself in the Premier League. Eze made his senior England debut in June 2023 and transferred to Arsenal in August 2025.

Early life and youth career

Eberechi Eze was born in Greenwich, London, and is of Nigerian descent. He began his football journey in English youth systems, including a stint in Arsenal's academy, before progressing through other clubs and turning professional with Queens Park Rangers.

Club career

Eze made his senior breakthrough at Queens Park Rangers, where he impressed enough to earn a move to Crystal Palace in August 2020. After several seasons at Palace, he transferred to Arsenal in August 2025, having established himself as a Premier League player.

International career

Eze received his first call-up to the senior England national team in 2023 and made his debut on 16 June 2023. He has since been part of England's squad, including their campaign for UEFA Euro 2024.

Playing style

Eberechi Eze is primarily deployed as an attacking midfielder or winger. He is right-footed and stands approximately 1.78 m tall.

Key facts

  • Eberechi Eze was born in Greenwich, London, and has Nigerian family background.
  • He plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for Arsenal and the England national team.
  • Eze transferred to Arsenal in August 2025 after spells at Queens Park Rangers and Crystal Palace.
  • He made his senior England debut on 16 June 2023 and was part of the Euro 2024 squad.
  • Eze developed through English youth football, including a period in Arsenal's academy.

Frequently asked 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 was Eberechi Eze born?
He was born on 29 June 1998.
Which clubs has Eberechi Eze played for?
He has played senior football for Queens Park Rangers, Crystal Palace, and Arsenal.
When did Eberechi Eze make his England debut?
He made his senior England debut on 16 June 2023.

References

  1. England Football — https://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. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/251400/eberechi-eze
    Supports: Position, club, height, nationality, and birthdate.
  3. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/65907156
    Supports: Career background, rejection story, Crystal Palace transfer, and England breakthrough.
  4. The Athletic — https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6562220/2025/08/25/eberechi-eze-arsenal-transfer-tldr/
    Supports: Arsenal transfer in August 2025 and contract details.