Eberechi Eze is denied a brilliant free-kick goal and potential fairytale ending in what could be his final Premier League appearance for Crystal Palace in a goalless draw at Chelsea.

Eberechi Eze will start Crystal Palace ’s opening Premier League fixture against Chelsea despite strong links connecting the forward with a move to Tottenham. The Independent understands that talks are progressing over a deal worth £55m plus add-ons for Eze to move to Spurs after a summer of speculation over the England international’s future.

Eberechi Eze's future has taken another twist as the England international starts for Crystal Palace against Chelsea despite reports claiming he would miss the game as he nears a Selhurst Park exit

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