Crystal Palace move first for Charlie Cresswell
Crystal Palace players have scored seven World Cup goals so far, putting Palace level with Arsenal and behind Real Madrid and PSG in the club charts.
Matheus França’s Vasco da Gama loan ends early after 27 games, one goal and limited starts. The Crystal Palace forward returns to Selhurst Park with doubts over progress after a disappointing spell.
Yeremy Pino has avoided a broken collarbone after Spain’s clash with Uruguay but has an acromioclavicular sprain. The Crystal Palace winger is training alone on a bike as his availability is assessed.
Palace, now led by Pierre Sage, are considering Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangaré, valued at €40m, with a Selhurst Park reunion possible despite interest from Manchester United.
Palace join Leeds in bid for Southampton’s Shea Charles, with £30m touted. The Eagles believe European football at Selhurst Park could sway the Northern Ireland midfielder despite his interest in Leeds.
Palace open talks with Charlie Cresswell’s agents over a summer move to Selhurst Park, with Rennes also keen. Palace are said to hold a key advantage in the race for the defender.
