An "exciting" attacker now wants to join Crystal Palace, despite interest from rival Premier League clubs, as he is keen to play under Oliver Glasner, according to a report.
Palace looking to sign Eze replacement
Despite featuring in Palace's Premier League opener against Chelsea on Sunday, it appears as though Eberechi Eze's time at Selhurst Park is coming to an end, having made it clear he wants to join Tottenham Hotspur.
As such, the Eagles are now looking to sign a replacement for their talisman, who controversially had a free-kick ruled out by VAR in what could be his final appearance for the club.
Leicester City's Bilal El Khannouss, who is valued at £20m+, has emerged as one of the main targets to replace Eze, but there is set to be competition for his signature, with West Ham United and Newcastle United also named as potential suitors.
However, there has now been a positive update on Crystal Palace's pursuit of El Khannouss, with it being revealed the attacking midfielder wants to move to Selhurst Park, despite interest from elsewhere.
The Belgium-born attacker is attracted by the prospect of playing under Glasner, and positive talks have now been held over a deal.
Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White in action with Leicester City's Bilal El Khannouss
Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White in action with Leicester City's Bilal El Khannouss
Transfer expert Graeme Bailey also added: "I am told that El Khannouss has been considering his options and they are plentiful – varying from England, Europe and Saudi Arabia. However, Palace sources are very happy with how talks have gone, and they like the player."
El Khannouss could be "exciting" Eze replacement
Prior to his move to Leicester, the Moroccan received very high praise from scout Jacek Kulig, who described the youngster as "one of the most exciting young advanced playmakers in world football".
Despite his talent, the starlet was unable to lead the Foxes to safety last season, but he is still very young at 21-years-old, and some of the Leicester ace's performances last season indicate he could flourish in a better side.
Perhaps most notably, the maestro impressed Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola last December, saying: "He (Guardiola) said he was impressed by my play today. I am not. I know myself and this is the player I can be. I have to show that every week now."
El Khannouss has gotten off to a fantastic start to the Championship campaign, picking up two assists in two games, but given his potential, the 22-time Morocco international belongs in the Premier League, and he could be a fantastic long-term replacement for Eze.