AliousTottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are set for a fierce transfer battle over the signing of Crystal Palace attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze this summer, according to reports.
The information corroborates recent speculation that new Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou is keen to bolster his attacking options and has identified the talented Eze as a prime target.
However, Tottenham could face stiff competition from their London rivals Chelsea, who also have Eze on their wishlist as they look to significantly reinforce their squad.
It is stated that Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is reluctant to lose Eze ahead of his first full season in charge and the Eagles will demand at least £60 million for the England international’s services. While preferring to keep their star, Palace recognize they could obtain a lucrative fee for Eze this summer and reinvest the funds in the squad.
The report describes Tottenham’s interest in the 24-year-old as “genuine”, viewing him as a player who can provide “stiff competition” for new signing James Maddison for a regular starting berth. Eze’s versatility across the attack would give Postecoglou multiple tactical options.
Landing a talent like Eze would represent a major statement signing for Spurs as they aim to close the gap on Premier League giants Manchester City and Arsenal. However, they may need to fend off interest from Chelsea in what could become a transfer tug-of-war between the London clubs.
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