Burnley and Crystal Palace are now actively pursuing highly rated TP Mazembe midfielder

Burnley and Crystal Palace Step Up Chase for DR Congo Teen Star Bongeli as Transfer Battle Heats Up

Burnley and Crystal Palace are now actively pursuing highly rated TP Mazembe midfielder Faveurdi Bongeli, with transfer talks reportedly gaining traction ahead of the summer window.

According to reports from *Africa Foot*, the 18-year-old Congolese talent has attracted attention from multiple European clubs following a strong season in DR Congo’s top flight. Bongeli, who has been making waves with his performances for Tout-Puissant Mazembe, is now on the radar of top clubs in both the Premier League and the Bundesliga.

While French outfit Dunkerque and Belgian side Sint-Truiden had previously expressed interest in Bongeli, the competition has now intensified with Burnley, Crystal Palace, and Borussia Mönchengladbach emerging as the key contenders. Sources suggest that negotiations have accelerated in recent days as clubs look to secure the young midfielder’s signature before his value rises further.

Though it’s unclear which club currently leads the race, the involvement of both English and German clubs suggests a developing tug-of-war for one of Africa’s most promising midfielders. Burnley and Palace, both keen on bolstering their squads with emerging talent, appear eager to outmaneuver each other and their European rivals.

However, caution is advised. *Africa Foot* has previously linked numerous young African players with Premier League clubs without any concrete follow-up, so the validity of these negotiations remains to be seen. Still, Bongeli’s growing reputation and the reported interest suggest a potential summer move could be on the horizon if the right offer lands on Mazembe’s table.