Crystal Palace are reportedly making enquiries for a Liverpool midfielder as the transfer rumour mill continues to turn. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 12 possible arrivals and 5 potential exits, with the hottest storyline currently surrounding Jørgen Strand Larsen. The items below represent the latest news on the most important transfer rumours concerning the club.
Curtis Jones
On Monday, it was reported that Crystal Palace have made enquiries for Liverpool's midfielder Curtis Jones, who they view as a potential successor to Adam Wharton. Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest have also made enquiries for the player. According to TEAMtalk sources, Tottenham Hotspur are also interested. The player's contract has over 16 months remaining, but it has been reported that extension discussions have stalled after Liverpool were open to a potential exit for him during the winter window.
Marcos Senesi
Marcos Senesi, a 28-year-old Argentinian defender, could leave AFC Bournemouth on a free transfer in less than six months, as his contract is expiring with no indication of an extension, according to a report on Monday. Crystal Palace is one of several clubs interested, with Juventus Turin, AS Rom, Brighton & Hove Albion, FC Chelsea, and FC Everton also named. It has been reported that Borussia Dortmund has made an inquiry about Senesi, who has a current market value of €22.00m, according to Transfermarkt. The two-cap Argentina international has made 24 appearances in the Premier League this season, providing 4 assists.
Jean-Philippe Mateta
On Saturday, Matteo Moretto reported that Milan's coach Max Allegri was not convinced about signing Jean-Philippe Mateta and had rejected the acquisition. This followed a report on Wednesday that a move to Old Trafford had become a realistic possibility after the proposed switch to AC Milan did not happen. The transfer to Milan did not proceed after medical examinations in London, with Corriere della Sera reporting that Milan's medical staff determined acquiring him was too risky due to the condition of his right knee's lateral meniscus.
Dwight McNeil
On Saturday, Oliver Glasner said his wish was for JP to get what he wants and for Crystal Palace to get Dwight McNeil. Glasner stated that McNeil was the last one they believed they could finalise, but the deal did not go through because the terms changed again in the final minutes. A day earlier, Everton boss Moyes stated that Everton gave permission for McNeil to go for a medical and attributed sole responsibility for the collapsed deal to Crystal Palace. Sources close to the situation say McNeil was very disappointed by the turn of events.
Sidiki Cherif
Sidiki Chérif's move to Crystal Palace was unsuccessful, it was reported on Wednesday. It was also stated that the player and his entourage rebounded quickly after the failed transfer.
Patrick Agyemang
According to a report from Football Insider on Friday, Crystal Palace monitored Patrick Agyemang during the January transfer window, but no formal approach was made. The report added that Derby County set a £20m asking price for the player to prevent any potential move.
Ethan Pinnock
On deadline day Monday, Crystal Palace opened dialogue with Brentford regarding a potential deal for Ethan Pinnock. According to sources close to the situation, an enquiry was made for the 32-year-old centre-back, whose Premier League experience makes him an attractive short-term solution. The Jamaican international is reportedly no longer a primary choice under new Bees manager Keith Andrews.
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