Tottenham make huge transfer decision on Eberechi Eze, but there is a big £45m hurdle
Tottenham Hotspur are now reportedly ready to break their transfer record to land Eberechi Eze after learning the attacking midfielder’s stance on a move to N17.
It was reported at the start of this week that Eze is in favour of a move to Tottenham after the Lilywhites made advances towards the Crystal Palace star.
However, since then, various sources have reported that Spurs face plenty of competition for Eze’s signature, which complicates their pursuit of the 26-year-old.
According to a new report, the North Londoners are now ready to steal a march on the competition and sink a defining blow in the race for the England international.
Tottenham are prepared to meet Eberechi Eze’s release clause
This report comes from TEAMtalk, who claim that Tottenham Hotspur are now ready to meet the Palace star’s £68m release clause, which would make him their club-record signing, beating out the £65m they paid for Dominic Solanke last summer.
The outlet states that Eze is enthusiastic about a move to North London, with the player drawn by the growing excitement around Thomas Frank’s vision for Spurs.
Frank is now convinced that the Eagles man is the ideal fit for his side after the Lilywhites failed to get a deal over the line for Bryan Mbeumo, who is expected to join Man United.
The former Brentford boss sees Eze as a versatile addition, who is capable of playing off the flank and complementing James Maddison in a dynamic attacking setup.
Spurs are now keen to act swiftly to tie up a deal for the attacking midfielder, with Frank making it clear to the club that he wants time to integrate new signings into his system ahead of the new season.
Spurs confident of landing Eze amid strong Crystal Palace stance
TEAMtalk say that Spurs are confident of winning the race for the Palace man after learning about his openness to join the project.
The outlet backs up what we have heard from other sources, stating that the South London club are willing to accept the £68m clause in several instalments.
However, the Selhurst Park hierarchy have made it clear that the first upfront payment must be close to £45m for them to sanction the deal.
The report adds that Eze is described by sources as ‘incredibly professional’ and he will not do anything to force a move away from Palace if they cannot reach an agreement with Tottenham.
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