Manchester United have been handed a boost amid interest in Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze. The Manchester Evening Newsreported in September last year that United have been monitoring Eze. The Palace forward reportedly has a £60million release clause in his contract, plus a further £8m in add-ons. Eze is also thought to be drawing interest from elsewhere, with Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur also among the clubs linked. It has been thought that their involvement in the Champions League next season may put United at a disadvantage, with the lure of Europe's elite competition giving the Gunners and Spurs an edge over Ruben Amorim's side. But if the 26-year-old sees Old Trafford as his preferred destination, then the potential finances involved in completing a deal may now reportedly be easier. TBR Football claim that Palace are open to Eze’s release clause being paid in instalments if a club offers slightly more than his £60m release clause. It is said that Palace want around £25m to £30m paid up front and then £30m to £35m being paid over two instalments. The Eagles allowed Michael Olise to join Bayern Munich under similar terms, with the German club paying Olise's release clause in instalments. The MEN understands that United intend to sign a goalkeeper and striker this summer in what is shaping up to be a drastic transfer window at the Reds. Amorim may also want another attacker, with Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho facing uncertain futures at M16. Alejandro Garnacho has also been linked with a move away. Eze has scored 14 goals and provided 11 assists for Palace across all competitions this season, but the Eagles' potential participation in Europe next term may improve their chances of keeping hold of their star attacker. Speaking in September last year on what the future holds for him, he said: "I'm so focused on just being the best player I can be, whatever interest comes, or whatever happens. "I want to enjoy my football where I am right now. The things that I can control, that's it. "I'm really, really invested in becoming the best player I can be. Whether that leads me to another club, or to whatever, I'm at peace with that - and I try to stay there (at peace) as well." Here at The Manchester Evening News, we are dedicated to bringing you the best Manchester United coverage and analysis. Make sure you don't miss out on the latest United news by joining our free WhatsApp group. You can get all the breaking news and best analysis sent straight to your phone by clicking here to subscribe. You can also subscribe to our free newsletter service. Click here to be sent all the day's biggest stories. And, finally, if you would rather listen to our expert analysis then make sure to check out our Manchester is Red podcast, featuring The Samuel Luckhurst Show and The Midweek Debate. Our shows are available on all podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and you can also watch along on YouTube.