Eberechi Eze will feature as a starter for Crystal Palace in their Conference League play-off match on Thursday, despite nearing a transfer to Arsenal.
The Palace standout was visible during the team’s public training session earlier on Wednesday, and manager Oliver Glasner has verified that Eze will line up against Fredrikstad tonight.
Spurs were in advanced negotiations to sign Eze and had reached an agreement with both the club and the player, only for the Gunners to intervene and sway the player’s decision.
Glasner has also confirmed that Marc Guehi will start, with his future also uncertain due to interest from Liverpool.
The Eagles manager told reporters: “The player gives 100 per cent because he is under contract. We don’t have to say thank you every day, he is getting a few pounds every week.
“Many of you were surprised he and Marc started against Chelsea, most of you will be surprised that they will start again tomorrow, but they are committed to the team.
“They will play a crucial part as long as they are here they are committed to the team. If they leave, they want to leave as the guys who gave 100 per cent to Crystal Palace.”
Spurs aim to finalize a deal before the transfer window shuts on September 1 as they pursue three new acquisitions.
Participating in Europe with Palace would not disqualify Eze from the Champions League.