🚨Crystal Palace transfer news: Eagles ‘preparing talks’ with Liverpool over signing Eberechi Eze replacement

Palace Preparing Talks with Liverpool Over Harvey Elliott

 

According to Sports Mole (as of August 28, 2025), Crystal Palace are planning to initiate talks with Liverpool over Harvey Elliott as a potential creative midfield replacement for Eze. Elliott—who played just 18 Premier League games for the Reds last season and has yet to secure a regular starting spot—would reportedly fit the “not quite winger, not quite No. 10” role on the flank or drifting inside. The move comes after his stalling transfer talks with RB Leipzig, and his openness to Palace is noted by a former top-level scout. The report suggests negotiations may pick up pace in the final days of the window, which closes next Monday.

 

 

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Other Key Targets in the Mix

 

Yeremy Pino (Villarreal)

 

Palace appear to be close to a £25.9 million agreement for the 22-year-old Spaniard .

 

Fabrizio Romano adds that negotiations are “advanced” and a fee approaching €50 million is plausible .

 

 

Bilal El Khannouss (Leicester City)

 

Palace have been pushing for the 21-year-old Moroccan midfielder, with sources indicating he favors a move to Selhurst Park .

 

Yardbarker reports that discussions have begun at around £30 million plus add-ons, with El Khannouss expressing eagerness for Palace .

 

However, there’s a caveat: West Ham have reportedly entered “advanced negotiations” following a breakdown in Palace’s deal with Leicester, possibly due to shifting financial requirements at the Foxes .

 

 

 

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Strategic Considerations

 

Squad Needs: Following Eze’s £67.5–£68 million departure to Arsenal , Palace are under pressure to reinvest that money wisely.

 

Manager’s Input: Oliver Glasner has identified and wants to sign a replacement before Eze leaves, naming names like Tzolis and El Khannouss—but also emphasizing prudence and fit .

 

Versatility vs. Impact: Elliott brings Premier League experience and adaptability. Pino offers attacking flair and a La Liga pedigree, while El Khannouss brings creativity and energy, with his metrics comparing favorably to Eze’s.

 

 

 

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Summary Table

 

Player Club Status / Bid Notes

 

Harvey Elliott Liverpool Palace preparing talks Versatile midfielder; available after Leipzig interest stalled

Yeremy Pino Villarreal Advanced talks (~£25–30m) Spanish international with experience

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