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

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 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 the 19-year-old out of their 3-0 win over Dagenham & Redbridge in the FA Cup third round on Monday.

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.

Millwall winger Romain Esse is attracting interest from the Premier League, having enjoyed an excellent season in the Championship so far. The 19-year-old has scored five goals in all competitions for the Lions during the first half of the campaign and that form has seen him be linked with a January move to the top flight.

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