Tottenham Pursuing Eze Transfer

Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly keen to secure the services of Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze, with a potential deal valued at approximately £60 million ($81m). Recent reports indicate that Spurs have been monitoring Eze’s situation and are now moving forward with their interest.

Eze had a £68m release clause that lapsed earlier in the month. Tottenham is now seeking to negotiate a transfer fee slightly below that amount.

Arsenal had also shown prior interest in Eze but opted to prioritize other contract matters and potential player sales before pursuing the midfielder. Their focus shifted after securing a new long-term contract for Ethan Nwaneri and addressing Leandro Trossard’s situation, suggesting a diminished interest in Eze.

Tottenham is now considered the leading contender to acquire Eze. An initial offer of £55m plus £5m in potential add-ons has been proposed. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing.

Reports suggest that Eze is open to joining Tottenham, particularly with their participation in the Champions League this season, following their Europa League victory in May.

Eze played 84 minutes in Palace’s recent 0-0 draw against Chelsea, during which he had a goal from a free-kick disallowed by VAR in the first half.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner acknowledged the expiration of Eze’s release clause and stated that the decision regarding the player’s future now rests with the club. He anticipates Eze’s return to training and participation in upcoming matches, while also recognizing the club’s prerogative in determining the next steps.

Glasner’s Comments

“He will come in tomorrow [Monday] to Crystal Palace’s training ground and have recovery,” Glasner stated. “We will ensure a Tuesday off, and we will meet Wednesday, and I expect him being back and playing for us against Fredrikstad.”

Glasner added, “I’m quite calm, but I also know we have two weeks to go, and I know Ebs’ clause is gone, so it’s the club’s decision, and we will see what happens.”