Tottenham have opened talks to sign Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze.
Eze has emerged as a genuine star at Selhurst Park, and Thomas Frank urgently needs more attacking options.
Daniel Levy could sanction a double swoop for Eze and Manchester City ace Savinho, which could cost Spurs over £100million.
However, it is much needed after the news that James Maddison will be sidelined for six to seven months.
This article includes exclusive comments from iconic commentator Ian Darke
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Eze to cost Tottenham a fortune after release clause update
The release clause in Eze’s contract is set to expire on Friday (15 August), so Spurs need to act quickly if they are to sign him.
Darke believes that Spurs may end up paying over the odds for the Eagles star, especially given the other interest in him.
Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, he said: “It would be an absolutely fantastic signing which would excite the Tottenham fans, if they can get Eze.
“The situation there is that the release clause that he has, which I think is £68m, that is set to expire, so it is open season.
“Arsenal might be in there as well, so that price is probably going to go up. He is still pretty young, big talent, so you would think that the fee would be north of £70million.
“Is it the sort of deal that Tottenham should be looking to do? Yes, it would be a big coup for them to get Eze.
“If you are a Tottenham fan right now, you would be hoping beyond hope that they can land him; he is an elite-level player; he is a Champions League, international-level player.”
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Tottenham should pay whatever price to beat Arsenal to Eze
Eze would be the ultimate statement signing for the Lilywhites, and it would be even more satisfying if they beat their North London rivals to him.
The Palace ace notched 14 goals and 11 assists in 43 matches across all competitions last season, and is on an upward trajectory, which Spurs also hope to be on under Frank.
More importantly, they need players who are good enough to star in Europe’s elite competition, and Eze can do exactly that.