Despite transfer rumors swirling, Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner confirms Eze's place in the squad for the foreseeable future.
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Cristal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has made it clear: midfielder Eberechi Eze is not going anywhere. He urged fans to ignore the swirling transfer rumors, especially those linking Eze to clubs like Tottenham and Arsenal. This statement comes as Eze took the field during the season opener against Chelsea, a match that ended in a tense 0-0 draw and had fans buzzing about what might happen next.
Match Overview: Crystal Palace vs Chelsea
The Premier League kicked off with an electrifying yet scoreless clash between Crystal Palace and Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on August 17, 2025. While the match ended without a goal, Eze almost stole the spotlight with a breathtaking free-kick that was unfortunately disallowed by VAR.
Initially, referee Darren England allowed the goal, but a rarely enforced rule regarding player positioning at free-kicks led to the decision being overturned. Can you believe it?
Glasner addressed the confusion surrounding that controversial free-kick, saying, “We know the rule that you have to be one yard away from the wall.
At the beginning, we were, maybe we stepped too early.” He remained focused on Eze’s performance, highlighting the midfielder’s dedication during training leading up to the match. It’s clear that Eze’s commitment is a strong point for the team.
Transfer Speculation and Club Commitment
With ongoing chatter about Eze’s future, Glasner reassured fans that the player is committed to Crystal Palace. “As long as he is a Palace player and performs like this, he will play for us,” he stated emphatically. This comes right on the heels of reports about interest from Tottenham and potential bids from Arsenal. After all, Eze became a hot topic after scoring the decisive goal in the FA Cup final, raising his profile significantly.
The 27-year-old midfielder’s contract once included a £68 million release clause, which has recently expired, leaving both Spurs and Arsenal hesitant to meet that valuation. Glasner’s confidence in Eze shone through as he reiterated, “Eze has a contract with Crystal Palace, he’s a Crystal Palace player and he showed it today.” His message is straightforward: unless there’s an official communication regarding Eze’s future, he’s going to be a key player for the team.
Chelsea’s Struggles and Future Prospects
Meanwhile, Chelsea’s performance drew its fair share of criticism. Manager Enzo Maresca admitted that the team wasn’t fully prepared after their recent Club World Cup victory. Despite having several scoring opportunities, including a header from Marc Cucurella that was dramatically cleared off the line, Chelsea just couldn’t find the back of the net. What’s going on with them?
Maresca defended his team’s efforts, stating, “I don’t think so, because in the end, we competed, we tried to win the game.” With young talents like Liam Delap and Estevao Willian stepping up, he remains hopeful about their contributions as the season progresses.
As the season unfolds, both Crystal Palace and Chelsea are eager to solidify their standings, but Eze’s situation at Palace continues to be a hot topic among fans and analysts alike. Will he stay, or will the transfer rumors turn into reality? Only time will tell.
