AliousCrystal Palace’s morale has been hit by Michael Olise’s departure to Bayern Munich after a prolonged transfer saga.
However, reports suggest the Eagles might look abroad for a replacement, with Marcus Edwards of Sporting Lisbon emerging as a potential target.
Palace finished strongly last season under new manager Oliver Glasner, securing a surprising top-half finish.
This success, however, put their players in the spotlight, leading to Olise’s exit.
Sky reports that Edwards is now on Palace’s radar as a possible summer signing.
Glasner’s 3-4-2-1 system needs reinforcement after Olise’s departure.
While Daichi Kamada has arrived from Lazio, Palace are also interested in Edwards following his impressive performances for Sporting.
Edwards, a Tottenham academy graduate, has shown promise in Portugal, ranking well in various statistical categories for Sporting.
With Palace missing out on Jaden Philogene to Aston Villa, Edwards has become a priority target.
The potential signing of Edwards is crucial for Palace, especially if they face interest in Eberechi Eze.
Edwards’ skills could help fill the void left by Wilfried Zaha and Olise’s departures.
Described as one of the world’s best dribblers by Owen Hargreaves, Edwards started at Tottenham before moving abroad.
He’s impressed at Sporting, playing 110 games and scoring 21 goals.
A £17 million fee has been mentioned, with Tottenham and West Ham also interested.
Tottenham holds a 35% sell-on clause from Edwards’ previous transfer.
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