With the transfer window narrowing to a fine point, the on-pitch action can seem like a sideshow at times and there will be plenty of Eberechi Eze -focused conversations taking place as Arsenal and Spurs fans find their seats on Saturday.

Akliouche enjoyed a breakout campaign in Ligue 1 last season, having teased his talent in 2023–24. He ended with 15 goal contributions in the league, including ten assists. The playmaker also started Monaco’s first Ligue 1 outing of the 2025–26 campaign, and completed their victory over Le Havre with a tap-in at the back post.