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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Rachel Steinberg

Palace boss makes transfer admission with star midfielder close to departure

  • Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner indicated that Eberechi Eze has likely played his last game for the club.
  • Eze reportedly pulled out of Crystal Palace's Conference League play-off match against Fredrikstad on Thursday morning, citing illness.
  • Arsenal is reportedly close to finalising a £60 million deal for the England international, with confirmation possible this weekend.
  • Glasner expressed frustration over Crystal Palace's lack of transfer activity, stating the club missed the chance to replace Eze early enough.
  • Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish acknowledged Eze's departure, stating the club must move on and find new players.

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