Crystal Palace already have a few targets in mind despite uncertainty over who will replace Oliver Glasner.
The Eagles have shortlisted Joao Gomes and plan to make a bid for the Wolves No.8 – with the BBC claiming that talks have already been held. Former Wolves Director Matt Hobbs is working on the deal, so he should have connections to those at Molineux.
Now – according to RMC Sport in France – an offer has been sent to Paris for the services of Moustapha Mbow.
Crystal Palace bid for Moustapha Mbow
The French news outlet now state that the Eagles are one of three Premier League clubs to have made a bid for the 26-year-old.
RMC Sport say Crystal Palace have submitted a “significant” offer for Mbow, along with Fulham and West Ham, although the latter must avoid relegation to have any chance of signing the centre-back.
The story adds that Liverpool have enquired about the Paris captain, while Ipswich are also keen along with Lille and some unnamed Bundesliga clubs.
Mbow has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign in Paris this season, making 30 appearances in Ligue 1 and recently earning a promotion to captain, according to RMC Sport.
The report does not state how much Crystal Palace have bid for the man born in Dakar, nor does it reveal how much Paris want for the defender under contract until July 2028.
The Senegalese stalwart certainly seems talented, although this story suggests one central defender could be leaving Selhurst Park this summer – considering Crystal Palace already have Maxence Lacroix, Chris Richards, Jaydee Canvot and Chadi Riad.
Whoever replaces Glasner – Andoni Iraola is the main target – may even want to revert to a back four and use just two central defenders, which would make a move for another central defender even more baffling.
The Daily Mail have claimed that Chelsea want Lacroix – so the alleged bid for Mbow sparks several questions at Selhurst Park.
