Is Eze Leaving Crystal Palace?
The big question buzzing around Selhurst Park right now: is Eberechi Eze on his way out? The answer, as it stands, is not yet — but the uncertainty isn’t going away anytime soon.
Eze, 27, is at the heart of intense transfer speculation with Tottenham Hotspur leading the chase. Spurs have already tested the waters with an opening bid in the region of £60 million, and it’s no secret that Eze himself is keen on the move. But things aren’t quite that simple.
But, as of today, August 18, 2025, Eze is still a Crystal Palace player. No official confirmations. Just lots of whispers, some frantic “refresh” hits on your favorite transfer blog, and the kind of uncertainty that makes you check your phone at awkward moments (“Sorry, I had to see if Eze’s agent posted on Insta”). Palace fans, you’ve got every right to be nervous.
Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) reported on X that Oliver Glasner clarified Eberechi Eze’s transfer clause is no longer active, stressing that Crystal Palace will decide whether he stays at the club.
Release Clause Expired – Palace Hold the Cards
Earlier in the summer, Eze had a £68m release clause in his contract (including add-ons). That clause has now expired, which means Crystal Palace have the final say on his future. There’s no automatic out. Palace boss Oliver Glasner has been quick to point out that the player remains under contract for another two years — and any sale will only happen on Palace’s terms.
Glasner: “He’s a Palace Player”
Despite all the noise, Oliver Glasner has stayed calm. Speaking after the 0-0 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge — where Eze had a stunning free-kick ruled out by VAR — the manager was firm:
“He was picked because he’s a Crystal Palace player, and he’s a very good one. He trained the whole week, so there was no reason not to pick him.”
Glasner even dismissed talk that Eze’s applause to away fans was a “goodbye” gesture. Instead, he insisted he expects the midfielder to feature in Palace’s Europa Conference League tie against Fredrikstad.
Palace’s Replacement Hunt
Behind the scenes, Palace are preparing just in case. Reports suggest the club is actively looking at potential replacements for the No. 10 role. Names on the radar include:
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Bilal El Khannouss (Leicester)
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Christos Tzolis (Club Brugge)
The message is clear: Palace won’t green-light Eze’s exit until they have someone ready to step in.
What Happens Next?
Eze’s situation feels like a standoff:
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Spurs want him — personal terms are reportedly not an issue.
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Eze wants the move — he sees Tottenham as a step up.
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Palace aren’t budging until a replacement is secured.
So for now, the star midfielder is still very much a Palace player. He’s training, he’s playing, and Glasner insists he’ll be in the squad again this week.
But with the transfer window open until September 1, there’s plenty of time for twists.
Will Eze Play for Palace Again?
Directly: It’s possible, but far from certain. With Premier League transfer season in full swing and big clubs circling, there’s no guarantee he’ll still be on the pitch at Selhurst Park when the season restarts.
And let’s be honest—that stings a bit, especially after watching him dance through opposition last season like it was a Sunday kickabout. If the move happens, it’ll be huge—probably one of Palace’s record sales.
But if it stalls, and Eze lines up in red and blue (or in that new kit that took everyone a week to warm up to), fans will be in for another season of audacious roulette turns and surprise nutmegs.
I remember being at Selhurst last year when he scored that long-range curler. There’s something about the sound it makes when the net rustles like that: part celebration, part heartbreak, because you know every goal just makes bigger clubs pay closer attention. If you’re hoping Eze stays, you’re not alone—I’ve watched more than one older fan shake their head after a match and mutter, “Just one more year, please.”
Eberechi Eze Transfer News
This summer, the Eze transfer saga has picked up serious momentum:
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Big names interested: Arsenal, Manchester City, maybe even a cheeky inquiry from Liverpool.
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Rumored bids: Reports say Palace rejected a substantial offer—something over £60m. That kind of number isn’t thrown around unless a club is serious.
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Contract situation: Eze signed an extension last season, so Palace aren’t desperate. They’re playing hardball, which fans should appreciate—no bargain sales here.
