Chelsea are just one of the Premier League clubs rumoured to hold an interest in Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze this summer and those battling for his signature have now discovered what it will take to prise him away from Selhurst Park.
Eze has been a standout performer for his club following his move from Queens Park Rangers four years ago. In total for Palace, he has scored 26 goals and registered 17 assists in a little over 120 appearances across all competitions.
His form in the second half of the 2023/24 season caught the attention of England manager Gareth Southgate and not only earned him a call-up to the provisional training squad, but the 25-year-old was also selected for the final 26 heading to Germany for Euro 2024. A 62-minute showing in the Three Lions’ friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina earlier this week was enough to convince Southgate of his potential.
Chelsea Discover Eze Price
£60m release clause
Eze only extended his contract with Palace in November last year and his new deal runs until the summer of 2027, suggesting it was always going to take a significant fee to poach him from the London club. Now, the Daily Mail are reporting the player has a £60m release clause which could rise by a further £8m with add-ons.
If Eze is to play a key part at the Euros for England, Palace’s task of keeping a hold of their star man will become increasingly difficult. Chelsea are among the clubs reported to be keen on signing the player – dubbed “brilliant” by manager Oliver Glasner – while Tottenham, Manchester City and Newcastle United have also been credited with interest.
| Eberechi Eze’s Premier League stats 2023/24 | |
|---|---|
| Stat | |
| Appearances | 27 |
| Goals | 11 |
| Assists | 4 |
| Minutes played | 2,284 |
According to The Athletic, Chelsea hope to strengthen their attacking ranks ahead of a new era under manager Enzo Maresca. The article claims Eze, along with his Palace teammate Michael Olise, are both of interest to the club’s hierarchy.
