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 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.

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.

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 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.

Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Crystal Palace have firmed up their interest in Millwall winger Romain Esse by making an official approach to the Lions.

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.

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.

"Crystal Palace have shown a lot of interest in Romain. I didn't make him available for the game and I think the situation is progressing and what I wouldn't do is put that at risk at this stage. "If that changes then Romain will be back in the squad.