Eberechi Eze came close to becoming a Tottenham player before Arsenal hijacked his proposed move from Crystal Palace in the summer of 2025. The attacker eventually fulfilled his ambition of joining the Gunners, but his decision left Spurs without a player who could have made a significant difference to their team.Eze has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most exciting players over recent seasons. He also has a history with Arsenal, having been part of their academy as a youngster before being released.Returning to the Emirates was always a dream for the attacker, and he eventually got the opportunity to make it happen. However, Tottenham had been close to securing his signature, meaning his career could have taken a very different direction.Former Spurs player Chris Waddle believes Tottenham will now regret missing out on Eze. He feels the Arsenal midfielder possesses the qualities their current team desperately needs, particularly as they struggle to find consistency and climb the Premier League table under Roberto De Zerbi.Waddle explains why Spurs needed EzeWaddle believes Tottenham are missing a creative player who can operate behind the striker and make things happen in the final third. He sees Eze as exactly the type of footballer who could have addressed that weakness and helped the team become more dangerous in attack.Speaking via Team Talk, Waddle compared the kind of player Spurs need to Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and explained what Eze could have brought to their team.He said: “You’re looking for a Cole Palmer-type player, aren’t you? Someone like Eberechi Eze. It’s a shame they didn’t sign him when they tried.“You need someone who can play in that pocket off the striker, thread passes inside the full-backs and get the centre-forward in to score goals. They are crying out for a player like that to pull the strings in the final third.”(Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)Arsenal got the player Tottenham wantedEze’s move to Arsenal has given him the opportunity to represent the club he supported as a youngster, while Tottenham have been left without a player Waddle believes would have improved their attacking options.The former Spurs player clearly feels the club missed an opportunity to address an important weakness in their squad. Eze’s creativity and ability to operate between the lines are qualities Tottenham could have benefited from as they look to improve their performances._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…The post Waddle explains why Spurs regret not signing Arsenal man appeared first on Just Arsenal News.