Millwall manager Alex Neil has confirmed that Crystal Palace are progressing in talks with a deal to sign Romain Esse. Standard Sport revealed back in December that the Eagles had discussed a move for the 19-year-old internally and last week interest was stepped up with formal talks over the winger.

Had a deal been secured already, Sunday’s win against Stockport County in the FA Cup is the type of game that Esse might have featured in

Millwall winger Romain Esse's move to Crystal Palace is edging closer, according to Lions boss Alex Neil. "There wasn't an issue," Neil said when asked if an injury ruled Esse out of their 3-0 win over Dagenham & Redbridge in the FA Cup third round on Monday.

Esse was not involved in the squad as Neil did not want to put the winger’s switch to the English top flight in jeopardy.

Millwall boss Alex Neil has confirmed that Romain Esse is leaving the club in the coming days. The youngster has been touted as being linked up for a move to Crystal Palace. Now that speculation has been confirmed by Neil, who stated the deal is in the final stages.

Crystal Palace are closing in on the signing of Millwall teenager Romain Esse. Standard Sport revealed back in December that the Eagles had discussed a move for the 19-year-old internally.

Meanwhile, Tyrick Mitchell has been the mainstay of the Palace defence on the left side since making his breakthrough in 2020. Glasner has said that he can improve his attacking output but he is always solid and dependable.

Alex Neil has revealed that 19-year-old Millwall academy graduate Romain Esse is nearing a switch to South London rivals Crystal Palace.

Romain Esse's anticipated move to Crystal Palace is reportedly edging closer, according to Lions manager COACH_LINK|11868|Alex Neil.