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Crystal Palace interested in Lille midfielder Ngal'ayel Mukau

The Premier League club is reportedly interested in a transfer for the promising young player.

Published: 27 Mar 2026 06:03 GMT • 3h ago

LOSC Lille is expected to receive offers for some of its promising players, including 21-year-old Belgian-Congolese midfielder Ngal'ayel Mukau, whose contract runs until 2028. Over the last few months, West Ham and Crystal Palace have been interested in the player. The interest in him is part of a wider trend that has seen Lille's talent attract attention from the Premier League. The French club is one of the most scouted in the country this season.

Mukau, who has 11 caps for DR Congo, joined Lille from Mechelen in July 2024 for a reported fee of €5 million and has made 23 appearances and scored one goal in Ligue 1 this season. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €12 million. In May 2025, Everton was reportedly ready to offer €20 million, and in August 2025, Lille reportedly set an asking price of over €20 million.