Eberechi Eze is expected to play for Crystal Palace in their Premier League opener against Chelsea. Standard Sport understands that the Eagles star is expected to feature at Stamford Bridge despite Tottenham stepping up their pursuit of the 27-year-old.

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Eberechi Eze is due to start for Crystal Palace at Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday, despite strong links over a move to Tottenham. The England international was reportedly set to be left out of the squad for the trip to Stamford Bridge, but Eagles boss Oliver Glasner will instead have him in his starting XI, reports the Athletic.

Eberechi Eze is set to start for Crystal Palace against Chelsea, despite suggestions he would be dropped ahead of a potential move to Tottenham.

Oliver Glasner has praised Eze's professionalism but offered no guarantees he would remain at the club beyond the September 1 deadline.

Chelsea are set to be without Tosin Adarabioyo for their Premier League opener against Crystal Palace, according to reports.

Chelsea start their 2025/26 Premier League campaign at home to in-form London rivals Crystal Palace this weekend. It has been a very busy summer for Chelsea both in terms of incomings and

Jackson, his representatives and Chelsea are exploring a possible move away from Stamford Bridge in the final weeks of the transfer window.