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.

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.

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 forward Romain Esse. Two sources with knowledge of the deal say it is close to being done after the Eagles showed interest in the 19-year-old early in the window.