The Eberechi Eze to Tottenham transfer is reportedly nearing completion, with Crystal Palace making a £26 million replacement decision. According to Sacha Tavolieri, a transfer news specialist, Eze is pushing to join Tottenham and has agreed on personal terms with the club. Crystal Palace is planning to leave Eze out of their squad for the Premier League opener against Chelsea.

Transfer Details

– Tottenham’s Pursuit: Tottenham is reportedly ready to break their transfer record to land Eze, with a potential deal worth £68 million. The club is confident of winning the race for Eze’s signature, despite competition from other clubs.

– Crystal Palace’s Replacement Decision: Crystal Palace is already in talks with a potential replacement for Eze, with a reported £26 million decision made. The identity of the replacement player is not yet confirmed.

– Eze’s Stance: Eze is enthusiastic about a move to North London, drawn by the excitement around Thomas Frank’s vision for Spurs. He is described as “incredibly professional” and will not do anything to force a move away from Palace if they cannot reach an agreement with Tottenham ¹ ².

Potential Impact

– Tottenham’s Squad: Signing Eze would be a significant boost to Tottenham’s squad, providing versatility and creativity in attack. Eze’s ability to play off the flank and complement James Maddison would be a valuable asset for the team.

– Crystal Palace’s Squad: Losing Eze would be a significant blow to Crystal Palace, who have come to rely on his creativity and goal-scoring ability. The club would need to find a suitable replacement to maintain their squad strength.

Challenges Ahead

– Transfer Fee: The main hurdle in the transfer is the £68 million release clause in Eze’s contract. Tottenham is reportedly willing to meet this clause, but Crystal Palace wants a significant upfront payment of around £45 million.

– Competition: Tottenham faces competition from other clubs, including Arsenal, who have also been sniffing around Eze. The club would need to act swiftly to tie up a deal before the transfer window closes ².