Fabrizio Romano shares fresh update on Eberechi Eze’s potential Tottenham move
The future of Eberechi Eze remains one of the most talked-about transfer sagas in London, with Tottenham Hotspur still pushing to secure the highly-rated Crystal Palace midfielder. While several reports in the last 24 hours had suggested that a breakthrough had been made, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has now clarified the current situation, offering a more cautious update.
On Tuesday evening, Tottenham insider Paul O’Keefe sparked excitement among Spurs fans after claiming that a verbal agreement had been struck between the two clubs. This was quickly echoed by The Sun, who reported that Tottenham had agreed a package worth just over £60 million, with half of that fee expected to be paid upfront. The story gave the impression that Eze was on the verge of sealing a move across London.
However, Romano has now poured a touch of cold water on those claims. Speaking on his YouTube channel, the Italian journalist revealed that while negotiations are indeed advanced, there is still no full agreement in place. He stressed that Tottenham and Crystal Palace remain in discussions, with both sides working hard to close the gap on minor but important details regarding the payment structure and add-ons.
Romano did, however, reassure Spurs supporters that in his view, the transfer is on track to be completed. “The deal is close,” he explained, adding that there is genuine optimism from all parties that Eze will be a Tottenham player sooner rather than later.
Another key factor delaying the final announcement is Crystal Palace’s reluctance to part with one of their star men before lining up a suitable replacement. Eze, who has become one of the most influential players at Selhurst Park, is seen as irreplaceable without significant reinvestment. According to Romano, Palace are actively working behind the scenes to bring in reinforcements before they give the green light.
In recent days, several outlets have reported that Palace are eyeing Bilal El Khannouss, the promising Moroccan midfielder from Genk, as their preferred successor. Should a deal for El Khannouss progress quickly, it could unlock the Eze-to-Tottenham transfer and allow Spurs to complete one of the marquee signings of the window.
For now, it remains a waiting game. Tottenham are confident, Palace are cautious, and Eze himself is understood to be open to the move, knowing that a switch to North London would represent the next big step in his career.
If all goes according to plan, Tottenham could soon welcome another England international into Ange Postecoglou’s squad — but the final paperwork is yet to be signed, and Palace’s replacement hunt could prove decisive in the timing of the announcement.