Crystal Palace was interested in Ruben Kluivert during the last winter transfer window. Kluivert described the situation as confusing as it occurred very late. He stated that he is happy at Lyon and is fully committed to the project. He also mentioned that the Premier League is still a dream for him, and admitted that the transfer could have been a good deal for all parties. Kluivert said that Lyon acquired him for about 4 million euros and could have made a large profit. He expressed his intention to continue at Lyon, where his contract runs until June 2030.

Crystal Palace inquired about Ruben Kluivert last winter but did not reach an agreement because they did not consider the price reasonable.

Discussions took place between Olympique Lyonnais and Crystal Palace following concrete interest from the English club in Ruben Kluivert, but Olympique Lyonnais decided not to permit his departure during this winter transfer window. According to an internal club source, Lyon refuses to make a panicked sale. The club prefers to retain the 24-year-old player, considering a departure in January to be neither sportingly nor strategically opportune.

Six months after the 24-year-old Dutch defender Ruben Kluivert joined Lyon from Casa Pia, he is attracting interest from Crystal Palace. Negotiations between the two clubs are already underway. Crystal Palace is reportedly determined to bring the 1.87-meter defender to Selhurst Park this winter, as the transfer window in both England and France is set to close. A potential sale of Kluivert, who is under contract until mid-2030, could provide Lyon with what was described as much-needed financial resources. In the current Ligue 1 season, Kluivert has made 10 appearances, scoring one goal and providing two assists. Greek club PAOK has also been linked with him. His Transfermarkt market value is €2.50m.