Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace are still negotiating the transfer of Eberechi Eze, with both clubs reportedly close to reaching an agreement. Here’s the latest update on the potential transfer:

Transfer Talks

– Agreement in Principle: According to reports, Tottenham and Crystal Palace have reached an agreement in principle for Eze’s transfer, with the player waiting to complete his move to Spurs.

– Fee and Structure: The two clubs are negotiating the fee structure, with Tottenham offering £55 million plus £5 million in add-ons. Palace is reportedly holding firm on a £68 million asking price.

– Payment Structure: The sticking point in the talks is the payment structure, with Palace wanting a larger portion of the fee upfront to secure a replacement for Eze.

Potential Impact

– Tottenham’s Midfield: Eze’s arrival would strengthen Tottenham’s midfield, providing creativity and flair to the team. He would likely partner with Mohammed Kudus, bolstering the team’s attacking options.

– Replacement for Maddison: Eze’s signing would address the void left by James Maddison’s injury, ensuring that Tottenham has a strong midfield presence.

Crystal Palace’s Plans

– Finding a Replacement: Palace are actively seeking a replacement for Eze, with Bilal El Khannouss from Leicester City being a top target. They are also considering Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge.

– Accelerating Efforts: Palace are accelerating their efforts to find a replacement, and once they secure a deal, they will sanction Eze’s move to Tottenham.

Next Steps

– Finalizing the Deal: Tottenham and Palace are working to finalize the deal, with the transfer expected to be completed soon. Eze has agreed to personal terms with Spurs and is waiting for the transfer to be completed.

– Potential Debut: Eze might make his debut for Tottenham in the upcoming match against Manchester City, potentially replacing one of Joao Palhinha or Rodrigo Bentancur in the starting lineup ¹ ² ³.