Eze, 27, has been the subject of interest from north London rivals Arsenal and Spurs throughout the summer. As reported by The Standard, the Crystal Palace man’s £68m buyout clause expired on Friday, just two days before the Eagles’ Premier League opener against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

Crystal Palace have approached Leicester City over a deal for Bilal El Khannouss as Eberechi Eze’s future increasingly lies away from Selhurst Park, according to The Athletic. Eberechi Eze has been one of Crystal Palace’s standout performers in recent seasons due to his ability to influence games.