AliousCrystal Palace are aiming to retain star midfielder Eberechi Eze for another year despite interest from Chelsea and Tottenham, journalist Dean Jones told GIVEMESPORT.
Jones reports that Eze, who played a key role in Palace’s top-half finish in 2023-24, has a £60 million release clause in his contract.
Negotiations with the Eagles are expected, as many clubs are struggling with Premier League Profit and Sustainability (PSR) rules this year and might hesitate to meet the release clause.
Last month, Palace manager Oliver Glasner acknowledged uncertainty about retaining their top players for the next season.
In addition to Eze, winger Michael Olise is also linked with a potential move within the Premier League, attracting interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.
Eze’s Departure from Selhurst Park ‘Inevitable’
Jones told GMS that Crystal Palace are aware Eze’s departure is inevitable but are hopeful to keep the attacking midfielder for one more year:
“Crystal Palace are hopeful they can hold on to Eze for another year.
“It’s been revealed he has a £60 million release clause with an additional £8 million in add-ons. Given the current market, where many teams are balancing their books and dealing with PSR, not many can afford this fee.
“Chelsea or Tottenham might make a bid to trigger the clause, but both clubs have other priorities, and making such a significant outlay on Eze would be a bold move. Palace would love to keep Eze for now.
“They know he will eventually move on, but they want to avoid losing all their best players simultaneously.”
Eze, set to feature for England at Euro 2024, had an outstanding season at Selhurst Park, contributing 17 goals in 31 appearances despite injury issues.
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