Crystal Palace already look set for a busy transfer window and now one manager of a target has admitted his concerns over a sale.
This summer always promised to be a busy one for Crystal Palace, with plenty of work to do in order to give Oliver Glasner a squad he can be happy with.
As feared, already talks of potential exits are accelerating with Marc Guehi attracting £60m interest from United, while reports also suggest he wants to leave.
But positively it looks like Palace will complete the first signing of the summer next week, with Chadi Riad set to arrive from Real Betis.
Now, another potential target is in the news, with his manager concerned about selling this summer.
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Antonio Oliveira admits he’s worried about losing 19-year-old
Now, the manager of Wesley Gassova at Corinthians, Antonio Oliveira, has admitted he’s not excited about potentially losing the young talent.
At a press conference, as quoted by Brazilian outlet Itatiaia Esporte, Oliveira explained why he’s worried.
“I’m worried. I’m a coach and I want those who can help us achieve something, he’s fundamental. That’s why it’s something that worries me as a coach,” he explained.
The teenage talent is thought to be available for around £21m this summer and has made 60 senior appearances despite being just 19.
Where would Gassova fit in for Crystal Palace?
Capable of playing across the entire frontline, Gassova would be an incredibly useful talent to bolster the youth ranks at Palace.
The teenage talent however doesn’t exactly represent a signing Palace should be looking to do as a priority, particularly not for so much money.
Gassova is unlikely to be capable of making an impact at first-team level immediately, and with Matheus Franca already at the club, there might not be room for another raw South American talent in the squad.
Palace would likely have to loan Gassova out or have him in the academy which makes the £21m price tag look rather careless right now at least, while there are so many positions needing attention.
A definite talent, but not a priority if Palace are acting sensibly this season.
