Crystal Palace fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Eberechi Eze is now expected to feature in today’s Premier League clash against Chelsea.
There had been speculation that Palace might sideline their star attacker amid ongoing transfer talks with Tottenham, but with no agreement yet reached, Eze is ready to take to the field.
Palace Still Exploring Transfer Targets
While Eze prepares to play, Palace are actively searching for potential replacements.
The club has reportedly been exploring options such as Bruges midfielder Christos Tzolis and Leicester City’s El Bilal Khannouss.
Discussions are ongoing as the Eagles try to strengthen their squad while keeping key players on board.
Tottenham Eye Big-Money Move for Eze
Tottenham are emerging as the front-runners to sign Eze, with an expected offer of around £55 million plus bonuses.
This comes after a £60 million plus £8 million release clause expired last week, opening the door for Spurs to negotiate.
Arsenal had previously been linked to the midfielder, but Tottenham have taken the lead in the summer transfer scramble.
Eze’s Rise as a Premier League Star
Eze’s rise has been remarkable. Since joining Crystal Palace from QPR in 2020, he has racked up 167 appearances and scored 39 goals.
Last season, he played a starring role in Palace’s FA Cup triumph, scoring the decisive goal at Wembley and finishing the campaign with 14 goals and 11 assists across all competitions.
Other Palace Players Attracting Transfer Interest
Eze isn’t the only Palace player attracting attention this summer.
Captain Marc Guehi is strongly linked with Liverpool, while striker Jean-Philippe Mateta is reportedly on the radar of several clubs.
The Eagles face a challenging summer, trying to balance retaining top talent while pursuing new signings.
