Tottenham have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race to sign Eze of late and it was revealed over the weekend that they have agreed on personal terms with the England international.

Exclusive: Tottenham Hotspur may see Eberechi Eze head to north London in the coming days as they have edged towards sealing the deal.

“On Friday night, Palace put the brakes on a deal for Eze under his £68m release clause, which has now expired. The reason for that was not because of a road block for Spurs and Palace, but because Palace did not have a replacement and still don’t have one lined up.

Tottenham and Crystal Palace chairmen Daniel Levy and Steve Parish are in contact over Palace winger Eberechi Eze who could leave this summer.

Eberechi Eze is one step away from signing for Tottenham. Eberechi Eze is about to take a significant step in his career. The midfielder from Crystal Palace has agreed personal terms with Tottenham Hotspur since the beginning of the week, as confirmed by journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Tottenham are close to agreeing a deal for Eberechi Eze which will add to Thomas Frank's joy after a 3-0 win over Burnley.