Liverpool have emerged as the latest club interested in Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, according to a report.
Over the past year, much of the attention on Crystal Palace has centered on Michael Olise, who is a top target for Chelsea and Manchester United this summer. However, Eze’s impressive season and standout performance for England against Bosnia and Herzegovina have significantly increased interest in him.
The 25-year-old attacking midfielder scored 11 goals and provided six assists in 31 appearances across all competitions in the 2023/24 season, attracting attention from some of England’s biggest clubs. FootballTransfers has reported on Tottenham’s strong interest in Eze since April, noting that it would take at least €70 million to lure him away from Selhurst Park, a figure now confirmed by other sources.
In addition to Spurs, Manchester City have shown intermittent interest in Eze since last summer when they ultimately chose to sign Matheus Nunes from Wolves instead. With Kevin de Bruyne’s future at the club uncertain, Eze has reemerged as a potential target for Pep Guardiola.
There’s also speculation that Eze could join Michael Olise in potentially moving to Manchester United, although it’s unclear if United have the resources to sign two €70 million players this summer. Coach Oliver Glasner is making efforts to convince both players to stay at Crystal Palace after their strong finish to the campaign.
Now, TBR Football reports that Liverpool are seriously pursuing Eze, with Newcastle United also expressing interest in the England star. Despite ongoing links to defensive midfielders, it appears Liverpool are satisfied with Wataru Endo and young Stefan Bajcetic in that role. This shift in strategy could free up funds for a move for Eze, mirroring their acquisition of Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig last season, who also had a €70 million release clause.