**_Tottenham are reportedly preparing an opening offer to sign Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze._**
The 27-year-old playmaker has been strongly linked with a move to Spurs in recent days.
Arsenal remain interested in a deal for Eze, but their current priority is to offload several players before making a formal approach.
Now, it appears the Gunners' north London rivals are stepping up their pursuit of the Palace attacker.
Transfer insider **_[Ben Jacobs](https://x.com/jacobsben/status/1955935724886229468?s=46)_** reports that Tottenham are set to submit an official bid to Crystal Palace for Eze.
Spurs are keen to wrap up a deal quickly, with Arsenal still in the race for his signature.
Although Eze's preference is to join Arsenal, it is understood he would be open to a move to Tottenham if the two clubs can agree a fee.
**_[Fabrizio Romano](https://x.com/fabrizioromano/status/1955934231068082588?s=46)_** also claims Spurs are now ready to open formal negotiations with Palace over the transfer.