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Tottenham target Eberechi Eze seems to have played his final game in a Crystal Palace shirt against Chelsea.

Tottenham struggled to get the ball rolling in the market earlier this summer. But it seems now that the floodgates have opened.

Eze and Savinho are the latest players who have caught Spurs’ radar. Tottenhman had initially left the race for Eze after opting to pursue Morgan Gibbs-White.

But with Gibbs-White signing a new contract with Nottingham Forest and James Maddison’s ACL injury against Newcastle United, the Lilywhites are back in the running.

Eze ‘desperate’ for goal against Chelsea

Eze had the ball in the back of the net for Crystal Palace after a sublime free kick. But the goal was later disallowed due to a technicality.

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Law 13 in the Premier League holds that where three or more defending team players form a ‘wall’, all attacking team players should remain at least one metre from the ‘wall’ until play is resumed.

Marc Guehi’s positioning was deemed to have impeded the Blues’ ability to defend the set piece, and the goal was struck down.

Eze was not initially expected to start for Palace against Chelsea. But showed a real determination to get back onto the scoresheet on the day.

The Palace forward recorded six shots in total, which was the most out of his teammates. From his goal attempts, only two were on target.

His decision-making could be considered selfish. But his desperation to score suggests that this could have been his final chance to net for the Eagles.

When asked about Eze before the game, Oliver Glasner sent a clear message that indicated the midfielder could remain. But his actions against Chelsea imply that he has kicked his final ball for Palace.

When could Eze debut for Tottenham?

Now that Eze’s signing to Tottenham appears imminent, fans will be curious to know when the Englishman could debut.

Spurs’ next game is against Manchester City at the Etihad on Saturday, 23 August. The match is tipped to be another major test for Frank and his players.

The team will need all the help they can get, which is why it wouldn’t be surprising to see him debut against the Citizens.

Unseen Eberechi Eze footage emerges that could derail Tottenham signing – ‘I love Arsenal’

Tottenham are pursuing a statement move for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, but there may now be a new obstacle in any deal.

Arsenal are also reportedly keen on Eze, but Tottenham appear to have pulled ahead in the race to sign the attacking midfielder.

Eze started as Crystal Palace drew 0-0 with Chelsea, and had a goal controversially ruled out after an outstanding direct free kick.

Tottenham want Eze following an injury to James Maddison, but new footage has emerged which may put some fans off signing him.

Eze explains Arsenal support in unseen clip

Eze being a fan of North London rivals Arsenal is common knowledge, and the midfielder was released from their academy during his youth career.

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However, new footage has emerged of Eze explaining why he loves Arsenal in 2018, and this does not bode well for a potential move to Tottenham.

“I just supported them from when I was young, I played with them when I was younger, and they’re my favourite team,” Eze told journalist Alessandro Morolli-Schiavone in November 2018.

When asked who would win the Premier League, Eze responded with Arsenal, who would go on to finish below Spurs in fifth that season.

“When I was younger, Thierry Henry – I used to love Thierry Henry, and that’s why I decided to sign there when I was younger. To play for a club that you support, that’s what I wanted to do.

“Growing up with them, playing with them, I’ve grown a love for the team.”

Eze was then asked if he would ever rule out playing for Tottenham as an Arsenal fan, and he chuckled before responding.

“I don’t know. I don’t know about any of this. I don’t know. Maybe.”

Other Arsenal fans have played for Tottenham

While these quotes have certainly not aged well, Eze would not be the first Arsenal fan to play for Tottenham, and their support has ultimately proved irrelevant when performing as professionals.

Maddison has had to delete posts on X in the past, in which he praised Jack Wilshere and slandered Gareth Bale.

Harry Kane came through the Arsenal academy and was released as a youngster, like Eze, and he became a thorn in their side in countless North London derbies.

Matt Doherty also poked fun as he deleted posts on X as part of his signing announcement video, having previously expressed support for Arsenal.

Eze’s previous comments therefore may not be a problem, but Spurs will have to close this deal soon in case Arsenal also make an offer for him.

Tottenham’s win against Burnley proved to be more than just a goal fest on Saturday.

Tottenham dominated Burnley in a 3-0 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 16 August.

Richarlison’s spectacular double reminded Thomas Frank why he should remain in North London this summer, while Mohammed Kudus was Tottenham’s best player on the pitch.

But the most noteworthy moment of the game may have been one Spurs had little part in at all.

Tottenham News presents the exclusive opinion of former Premier League and FIFA-listed referee Keith Hackett.

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Michael Oliver praised after Martin Dubravka penalised due to new rule

Tottenham’s confrontation against Burnley will go down in the history books for an unexpected reason.

Oliver has faced criticism over his Tottenham decisions before, but seems to have gotten things right within the opening minutes of the game.

Burnley found this out ten minutes after kick-off when Oliver penalised Martin Dubravka for holding onto the ball for too long, with Keith Hackett believing that this is a rule that needs to be applied consistently throughout the league.

“The simple fact is that we sadly Premier League games get on average approx of 52 minutes of actual playing time,” Hackett said.

“Therefore, it is good to witness action being taken to stop deliberate time wasting. Over recent seasons, the Goalkeeper had to release the ball within six seconds. That law was frankly not enforced.

“The IFAB, responsible for the law, rightly decided something needed to be done. So they changed the law to eight seconds and if the goalkeeper takes longer than the eight the game is stopped and a corner kick is awarded.

“This applies at all levels of the game, so I appreciated the law being applied by this referee. It needs to be applied consistently by all referees.”

Should Tottenham be worried by this new rule?

Guglielmo Vicario is generally considered to be good on the ball for a keeper, but he does have his moments of hesitation.

Last season in the Premier League, he recorded 85 per cent passing accuracy but his long balls were below par.

These statistics indicate that he is prone to being less efficient on the ball in instances where he feels rushed. As a result, this could force more mistakes from the keeper when playing out from the back next season.

While this is not set in stone, it is something for Frank to keep an eye on as the period progresses.

Oliver Glasner may have knocked the wind out of Tottenham’s sails with an update on Eberechi Eze’s situation at Crystal Palace.

Tottenham have ramped up efforts to sign Eze in recent days after James Maddison sustained an ACL injury against Newcastle United during pre-season.

Spurs are aiming for a top-five finish in the Premier League this season. As such, Daniel Levy has been keen to sign reinforcements in the window.

Mohammed Kudus is already considered a top player at Tottenham, while Joao Palhinha’s transfer from Bayern Munich may turn out to be one of the signings of the summer.

But the Tottenham chairman may find bringing Eze to North London more difficult than first anticipated.

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Glasner warns views to apply caution to Eze transfer news

Reports initially stated that Eze would not appear for Crystal Palace in their opening Premier League game against Chelsea on Sunday, 17 August.

However, Palace announced Eze in their starting line-up at Stamford Bridge just over an hour before kick-off after negotiations between Tottenham and Palace entered a reportedly “difficult” period.

Indeed, Palace plans to recoup an amount similar to Eze’s £68million release clause, which expired on 15 August. Spurs, however, are hoping to agree a fee closer to £60m for the midfielder.

With club-to-club negotiations already strained, Glasner issued a definitive statement before kick-off.

When talking to Sky Sports in the mixed zone, he said: “Advice to all the children watching us not to believe everything you read in the newspapers.”

As a result, the Lilywhites may walk away empty-handed this summer after all.

Who could Tottenham sign as an Eze alternative?

While Tottenham still hope to sign Eze this summer, the Lilywhites may need to look for alternatives.

Bilal El Khannouss is another player on Spurs’ radar who could be tipped to come in if Eze remains at Palace. While he is young, he has shown immense promise at Leicester City.

El Khannouss is as technical as he is direct on the ball and offers ample chance creation when playing behind a striker. He can also play on their wing, with a preference for the left-hand side.

There is no doubt that Eze is the more established player. But El Khannouss could grow into one of the best midfielders in the first division with time.

West Ham are being backed to take Yves Bissouma from Tottenham after a disappointing start to the Premier League.

Bissouma did not feature in Tottenham’s 3-0 victory against Burnley on Saturday, 17 August.

This seems to be a clear message from Thomas Frank that the Mail international is not in his plans.

Bissouma’s career in North London looks to be at the point of no return. But his fortunes could change now that he has entered the Hammers’ radar.

This Tottenham News article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose podcaster John Wenham.

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Bissouma could sign for West Ham after sidelining at Tottenham

Frank sidelined Bissouma during Spurs’ defeat to PSG earlier this week. But he was expected to appear for Frank during Tottenham’s Premier League opener.

However, like most things in life, things did not pan out as expected.

West Ham have been linked with Bissouma throughout the summer. The Hammers are thought to be keeping a close eye on his situation at Hotspur Way.

An offer for the defensive midfielder was not expected anytime soon. But a humiliating 3-0 defeat to Sunderland on Saturday may have altered their plans.

Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that West Ham could make an approach for Bissouma towards the end of the window.

“You’d think that maybe West Ham would look at Bissouma,” Wenham said.

“I know they need a midfielder. Graham Potter got the best Bissouma we’ve seen in English football out of him at Brighton. Now the clubs are doing deals again. I do wonder if they come in for him late.

“Somebody should take him later on. He’s very experienced. You’d think that someone would take him. So we’ll have to wait and see on that one as well.”

Would Bissouma be a huge miss for Tottenham?

In short, no.

Bissouma was excellent for Tottenham in the UEFA Europa League final against Manchester United last season. But throughout his Spurs career, he has proven to be unreliable and inconsistent.

Rodrigo Bentancur has slotted into that defensive midfield position since the Mali international was sidelined. He has done a pretty good job for Frank during pre-season.

On the field, the defensive midfielder has disappointed. But he has done so more off the field. Bissouma’s discipline saw him sidelined under Ange Postecoglou and now Frank.

With everything to gain this season, there seems to be no world where Bissouma fits into this current Spurs team.

Tottenham still have work to do in the window despite a comfortable win against Burnley in the Premier League.

Tottenham’s 3-0 win against Burnley was enough to boost morale in Thomas Frank and the project ahead.

Mohammed Kudus was a standout for Spurs. His pace, precision and technique saw him work two excellent assists for Richarlison.

Despite the stunning victory, there were gaps on full display throughout the game. As a result, Daniel Levy will need to accelerate his pursuit of several recruits.

Tottenham must go all in for Eberechi Eze

Tottenham have ramped up negotiations for Eberechi Eze after missing out on Morgan Gibbs-White earlier this summer.

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While the Lilywhites are confident of getting the deal over the line, their recent Premier League performance demonstrated why his signing is a must.

Frank’s side won comfortably at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday. But it was not a showing of pure dominance.

Burnley had two fewer shots on goal and shots on target than the home side despite having less possession. Having possession is important in football, but what you do with it is what matters most.

Integrating Eze into the midfield would help solve this issue. As a number 10, he is purposeful in his movement and is as much of a creative threat as he is a goalscoring one.

With Eze now set to start for Crystal Palace against Chelsea, this is a sign more than any that Spurs must go all in for the midfielder.

Tottenham should make Savinho a secondary consideration

Tottenham want both Eze and Savinho to arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer.

Savinho would be an excellent signing for Spurs. He offers a balance of technicality, pace and creativity on the wing, which could come in handy.

However, Kudus’ and Brennan Johnson’s performances against Burnley have indicated that Eze should be Spurs’ priority.

This does not mean that the Lilywhites should abandon the file. On the contrary, they should seek to bring him to North London. But only after Eze’s transfer is signed and sealed.

Mohammed Kudus has emerged as Tottenham’s new star man after his sensational Premier League debut against Burnley.

Tottenham produced a 3-0 win against Burnley in their opening Premier League game of the season on Saturday, 16 August.

Richarlison netted two incredible goals for Spurs on the day – but it was Kudus who stole all the headlines.

The right winger created ample attacking threat from start to finish. His precision, decisiveness and power saw him produce one of the best debuts at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in recent history.

Kudus masterfully sets Richarlison up for the volley

Kudus’ back-to-back crosses for Richarlison were a mastery that should be hung in the Louvre.

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The first goal was all down to his impressive wing play down the right channel.

The right winger received a pass from Pape Matar Sarr with his back to goal in the right half space. He shifted the ball onto his left foot before flicking it behind.

On the turn, he readjusted and reclaimed the ball on the touchline before running it down the channel, lofting in a high cross to Richarlison, who took it on the volley.

It was a spectacularly worked goal which highlighted the winger’s freak acceleration, pace and technical quality.

Kudus’ second assist was one for the ages

There is no doubt that the bewildering physical quality of Richarlison’s scissor-kick goal stole attention from the sheer brilliance of Kudus’s assist.

But his work from the right half-space should not be understated. Kudus received a pass from Pedro Porro near the edge of the area and proceeded to size up Burnley’s Quilindschy Hartman.

One-on-one with the left-back, Spurs’ new signing shifted the ball onto his right foot with an insane change of pace. Before sending in another precise cross, which Richarlison spectacularly latched onto.

Two sublime crosses. Two sensational goals. This emerging attacking duo may be the ones to define Tottenham’s season.

How does Kudus’s performance compare to James Maddison’s debut?

Against Burnley, Kudus became the second player to provide two or more assists on his Premier League debut for Tottenham after James Maddison.

While both players provided two assists on their debuts, Maddison’s were of a better and higher quality. The midfielder also took the cake when it came to passes into the final third, providing six more than his teammate.

However, Kudus offered more precision and range in his passing. The right winger’s crosses and long balls were more accurate and direct compared to the Englishman’s. He was also a greater dribbling and one-on-one threat, which makes sense given their roles on the pitch.

Therefore, while both provided ample creative opportunities. Kudus’ combination of technicality, chance creation and direction saw him made him more threatening.

The Verdict

It was an overall stunning display from the right-winger. From his wing play to cutting-edge when in the box – Kudus had it all.

There are several key takeaways from his performance:

All in all, the right winger’s display was masterful to witness. After the departure of Son Heung-min from Tottenham, there were questions of whether another leading man would take his place.

Following back-to-back elite performances in the UEFA Super Cup final and the Premier League, it seems Spurs have found their man.

Tottenham Hotspur kicked off their Premier League campaign in emphatic fashion by defeating Burnley 3-0 in North London on Saturday.

While rival fans may turn their nose up at the result and state it was a game Spurs were meant to win, Thomas Frank and Co. needed to get off to a winning start and instil a feel-good atmosphere within the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The Lilywhites were unfortunate not to get their hands on more European silverware, as they suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup on penalties, with the Spurs faithful hoping Frank is the man to lead them into many more finals.

Just like he did against PSG, new signing Mohammed Kudus impressed again against Burnley, but it was another player who caught the eye of Alan Shearer.

Shearer labels Richarlison bicycle kick as ‘sensational’

Richarlison netted two goals against the Premier League newcomers, with the Brazilian hoping to have a new lease of life on his Spurs career under Frank.

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Richarlison, 28, has been linked with a move away from North London over the summer but now looks set to be a part of Tottenham’s project for the upcoming campaign.

The forward opened the scoring in the 10th minute with an excellent half volley, but his second goal on the hour mark is what captured the headlines.

Speaking on Match of the Day on 16 August, Shearer shared his thoughts on what is surely going to be a contender for the goal of the season by the time May rolls around.

“That is just sensational, it really is, it’s an incredible finish,” Shearer said when watching Richarlison’s acrobatic effort

Frank evidently a fan of Richarlison

Speaking in his pre-game press conference ahead of the game, Frank had been impressed with the former Everton and Watford man’s performance against PSG: “I think Richy was really phenomenal (against PSG),

“His hold up play, his intensity, his pressing, his arriving in the box, some of it was really top, his attitude, top, top, top. I hope to see more of that.”

If Richarlison can keep impressing his new manager as he has done against PSG and Burnley, then he could ensure he becomes one of the first names on the team sheet throughout this season.

Crystal Palace attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze has been linked with a move to Tottenham in the final weeks of the transfer window.

Spurs are keen on Eze after they failed to secure the services of Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White.

Thomas Frank wants Tottenham to sign new players ahead of the transfer deadline as Champions League qualification is the target for this season.

Eze expected to start for Crystal Palace vs Chelsea

According to Thomas Barclay, sources close to Eze indicated on Saturday that he was unlikely to feature against Chelsea on 17 August, hinting at a potential transfer.

However, the Sun journalist added, his inclusion suggests no deal with Spurs is close, despite their interest.

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The 27-year-old’s expected start for Palace could signal trouble for Spurs’ pursuit of the dynamic attacking midfielder.

If Eze was certain of joining Tottenham, he might have requested to be left out of Palace’s lineup to avoid risking injury, a common practice for players on the verge of a move.

His decision to play, coupled with the Lilywhites’ insistence that no deal is imminent, indicates stalled negotiations, possibly due to Palace’s firm stance on their £60million-plus valuation or Eze’s own hesitation.

Tottenham fans likely to be frustrated with Daniel Levy

This development could frustrate Spurs fans, who have long coveted Eze’s flair, creativity and proven Premier League quality, which are all attributes that could elevate Frank’s system.

Fan discontent may intensify toward Daniel Levy, already criticised for perceived frugality in transfers.

Failing to secure Eze could undermine Spurs’ top-four ambitions, especially after a mixed start to the season.

Palace’s willingness to play the England international suggests confidence in retaining him, potentially forcing the Europa League winners to pivot to other targets.

If the hierarchy cannot finalise this deal before the window closes, the backlash against Levy could escalate, with supporters questioning the club’s ambition and ability to compete with rivals who have been more decisive in the market.

Rodrigo Bentancur’s future will have alarm bells ringing at Tottenham.

The Uruguayan has become an increasingly important figure for the Lilywhites over the course of the last 12 months, and is now at the point where he is arguably one of the first names on the teamsheet.

Joao Palhinha’s arrival at Spurs seems unlikely to have any effect on the 28-year-old at this moment in time, given that Thomas Frank opted to start the pair alongside each other in the middle of the park in the recent UEFA Super Cup final.

Bentancur’s experience should make him a crucial figure for Frank under his new regime, but concerns remain regarding the lack of security surrounding his current position in N17.

This article includes exclusive comment from former Tottenham scout Bryan King.

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Tottenham to line up fresh Bentancur deal as Atletico lurk

Bentancur’s contract situation at Tottenham is approaching the stage where it could become a real problem for Frank and Co.

The star has just one year remaining on his current deal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and would be able to sign a pre-contract agreement with a side elsewhere in Europe as early as January.

With Atletico Madrid lurking having shown intent earlier in the transfer window, there is now a renewed sense of urgency for Spurs to sit down with the midfielder and make inroads towards a new deal.

Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that the Lilywhites will be keen to line up a new deal for Bentancur, and also expects that it could bring a significant pay rise for the former Juventus man.

“I like him, I think he’s a quality footballer and he’s proved that he’s a central part of the squad,” King said.

“If I was Tottenham, I’d offer him another year, or two.

“He’s a disciplined player, he works hard at his game. He’s a good club man, if I was Tottenham I certainly wouldn’t want to get rid of him.

“You’d certainly think it would put him on around £100,000 per week. I don’t know if he’s on any kind of league position bonus or goal bonus at the minute.

“If he was going to sign a new deal, he’d certainly have to get a rise from the money that he’s on now.”

Bentancur could become one of the highest earners at Spurs

Tottenham need to move quickly to keep Bentancur around, and any potential contract extension would likely bump him up among the highest earners in N17.

The Uruguayan is understood to currently command a weekly wage of around £75,000, according to Capology estimates, but that is a far cry from the likes of James Maddison, Cristian Romero, and even his new partner Palhinha.

However, if an increase to around the £100,000-a-week mark were to materialise, that would sit him inside the five biggest earners within the squad.

Bentancur may have additional considerations as to where he plays his football than purely financial reasons, but it certainly wouldn’t hurt Spurs’ chances of keeping him if they were to table the offer of a pay rise.