Arsenal have secured the signing of England international Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, edging out north-London rivals Tottenham Hotspur, according to multiple reports on Friday. Pundit Paul Merson said the move ratchets up expectations on Mikel Arteta’s side to convert last season’s progress into a Premier League title push. Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank, speaking ahead of the weekend trip to Manchester City, dismissed concerns over the failed pursuit, declaring, “I don’t want any player who doesn’t want to come to the club.” The Dane added that Richarlison, fresh from a two-goal display against Burnley, remains his first-choice centre-forward and that no talks have taken place over a potential departure for the Brazilian. Arteta, meanwhile, confirmed that forward Kai Havertz is undergoing further assessments on a knee problem and will miss the upcoming fixture against Leeds United. The manager said additional tests are needed before deciding “the next steps,” while midfielder Christian Norgaard is also sidelined and defender Ben White faces a late fitness test.