Tottenham close to Eze deal

Tottenham's bid for Eberechi Eze signals a bold push to upgrade their attack while Crystal Palace weighs options as the transfer window nears.

Tottenham poised to seal Eze deal after £60m bid

Tottenham have lodged an opening bid around £60m for Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace, with a deal likely to depend on Palace finding a replacement before the window closes. Eze, 27, is understood to be keen on joining Spurs, who have pressed the move over the weekend. Palace are targeting midfielders Bilal El Khannouss and Christos Tzolis as potential successors if the move goes ahead. The deal hinges on both clubs agreeing terms and on the ability to fill the incoming gap.

Glasner has said the team will keep playing while talks continue, noting that Eze is still a Crystal Palace player and trained during the week. He added that Palace’s decision will depend on whether a suitable replacement can be secured, and that Eze’s release clause has expired, leaving the final call with club bosses.

The price tag mirrors a broader Premier League trend of big numbers for attacking talent. Tottenham appear willing to stretch their budget for a player who fits their style and could offer immediate impact. For Palace, the bid tests appetite for risk as they balance competitive goals with rebuilding plans. Expiration of the release clause shifts leverage back to club bosses, making timing and replacement planning crucial. The window’s pressure means other clubs will monitor moves closely, and a deal could set new benchmarks for transfer fees this season.

Highlights

The transfer market is unfolding quickly and more twists are ahead