AliousBen Jacobs believes Tottenham have an edge in their pursuit of Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze.
Eze has made significant strides at Crystal Palace, becoming a key player for the team.
His consistent performances earned him a spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2024, where they reached the final.
His talent has attracted interest from several top clubs this summer.
Tottenham is among the clubs interested in the 26-year-old attacking midfielder.
Jacobs notes that signing Eze won’t be straightforward, but he suggests that Spurs have an advantage.
Eze has a £60m release clause, which is not easy to trigger, as portions of it go to Crystal Palace, QPR (his former club), and the player himself.
Eze’s preference to stay in London is favorable for Spurs and potentially Arsenal if they join the race.
Ange Postecoglou is looking to bolster his attacking options, prioritizing a world-class number nine but also seeking depth on the flanks.
Eze, who scored 11 goals and provided six assists in 31 appearances last season, could be a great fit for his system.
He would compete with James Maddison for a starting spot and offer quality on either flank.
However, signing him won’t be easy due to the complexities of his release clause.
Nonetheless, Spurs have an advantage as Eze prefers to remain in London if he leaves Crystal Palace.
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