Crystal Palace`s prominent player, Eberechi Eze, had another impressive season at Selhurst Park. Now, his position regarding a potential departure this summer has emerged as several rival London clubs show interest.
Eze`s Impact and Palace`s FA Cup Glory
Under manager Oliver Glasner, Palace secured their first ever major trophy at the close of the 2024/2025 season, with Eze scoring the crucial winning goal against Premier League giants Manchester City at Wembley in the FA Cup final. This historic win guarantees the Eagles a spot in European competition next year.
The former QPR player made a lasting impact on the club`s history with his expert one-touch finish, a side-footed volley from inside the box that will be long remembered by Palace fans. Eze was a vital figure for Glasner throughout the recent campaign, contributing significantly with 25 goal involvements across 43 appearances in all competitions (14 goals and 11 assists). His presence was undoubtedly key to Glasner`s achievement as Palace`s most successful manager in recent times.
Club chairman Steve Parish recently confirmed that Glasner would stay at Selhurst Park, at least until his current contract expires in 2026, with negotiations for an extension reportedly underway. Parish commented on the manager`s future, stating Glasner would “stay here, for some period of time” and “be here next year,” but acknowledged that future player movements and the club`s ambition would influence long-term plans.
As Glasner prepares for his second full season, keeping hold of his key players, particularly Eze, is undoubtedly a priority.
Eze`s Stance Amidst Strong Transfer Interest
The England international`s contract, however, includes a £68 million release clause. This clause permits interested clubs to bypass direct negotiations with Crystal Palace and instead approach the player directly to discuss personal terms.
The ultimate decision about his future rests with the player himself, and the appeal of pursuing success at more established, elite English clubs presents a significant temptation.
According to reports, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are showing serious interest. Other clubs linked with Eze include Manchester United, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, and German club Bayern Munich.
However, sources also provide encouraging news for Crystal Palace. It is believed that Eze is unwilling to force a move away from Palace this summer and is currently content at the club. Therefore, the 26-year-old is reportedly not in a rush to leave, despite his personal desire to compete for and win more trophies.
The challenge for Glasner and Parish will be to convince Eze that Crystal Palace can build upon their recent FA Cup triumph and offer him the necessary platform to demonstrate his abilities at the highest level. This task is made more complex by the possibility of losing other important players from the squad.
For example, key defender Marc Guehi is once again attracting interest from Tottenham ahead of the summer transfer window, with his contract expiring in 2026. Similarly, first-choice left-back Tyrick Mitchell has reportedly drawn interest from Arsenal, and his current deal runs until 2027.
