Ebereechi Eze has asked not to be involved in the Premier League opener of Crystal Palace against Chelsea, which means that speculation is fueled that a move to Tottenham could get closer.
The international of England trained as normal with the team of Oliver Glasner during the week, but he has now indicated that he would rather be in Stamford Bridge London Derby on Sunday.
Eze's request comes as Tottenham Push hard to bring the 27-year-old to North London before the end of the transfer window.
However, it is clear that Eze is not on Sunday's game because a move to Tottenham is on the hands.
Instead, it is assumed that the player does not feel that he is in the right state of mind to appear for Palace while looking for a move.
Since the news of the ACL injury of James Maddison, in which Eze is identified as their No 1 -purpose white to fill the creative void.
Eze's £ 68 million release clause reportedly went earlier this month, whereby Palace can now charge what they choose for their prices active.
For the Eagles, Eze's absence is an important blow to the eve of the new campaign.
He played a leading role in Palace's FA Cup -Triumph last season, scored the decisive goal at Wembley and ended the campaign with 14 goals and 11 assists in all competitions.
Not to mention the fact that Palace is also in the risk of losing Captain Marc Guehi, connecting the middle behind with Liverpool.
In the meantime, striker Jean-Phillipe Mateta is also checked by a number of clubs.
Since he came to Palace of QPR in 2020, Eze has scored 167 performances, scored 39 goals and set himself as one of the most exciting attacking midfielders in the division.