Eberechi Eze is poised to undergo a medical examination to finalize a £60 million transfer from Crystal Palace to Arsenal. Although he won’t play in the UEFA Conference League for Palace against Fredrikstad, this move raises questions about his availability for the Champions League with Arsenal.

Eze’s absence from the Conference League means he won’t be tied to the Crystal Palace squad and can technically play for any club in the competition. However, this situation does not impact his eligibility for the Champions League, as he can be registered for Arsenal’s squad since it has yet to be submitted.

Additionally, should Arsenal opt to transfer Eze in January, he would still be limited by FIFA’s two-club rule, permitting him to play for only two teams during a one-year period. This situation emphasizes the complexities of player transfers among competing clubs in European football.