Shaun Wright-Phillips has told Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze he should replace Son Heung-min at Tottenham this summer.

Tottenham have switched their attention to Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze after Manchester United upped their bid for Bryan Mbeumo.

North London's two giants are set to go head to head as Arsenal aim to hijack Tottenham Hotspur's move for FA Cup matchwinner Eberechi Eze.

British billionaire Richard Branson jokingly threw a drink at Eberechi Eze after losing at chess to the Crystal Palace star. The duo spent time together at a luxury hotel in Mallorca as the England international enjoys a well-earned rest after a hectic season that culminated in winning the FA Cup, with the Eagles beating Manchester City in the final.

Arsenal have stepped up their pursuit of Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, with club officials reportedly willing to include a player in the deal to help meet Palace’s valuation. As the north London outfit battle rivals Tottenham Hotspur for the attacking midfielder's signature, director of football Andrea Berta has initiated talks with Eze’s representatives to get ahead in the race.