Roy Hodgson has been discussing Crystal Palace’s January transfer plans and has sent a warning.
It seems to be a daily occurrence now that Crystal Palace are being linked with new, exciting players that could be signed in January.
Palace have been linked with several new strikers as Jean-Philippe Mateta looks likely to leave the club. Among those rumoured arrivals is Borja Mayoral who is currently ripping up La Liga with 12 goals so far – only Jude Bellingham has scored more.
Another is Arsenal’s Eddie Nketiah who is believed to be available for £40m. Meanwhile, on the wing, Palace are also looking to strengthen as reports have linked Juventus 20-year-old Matias Soule – although Southampton are now in pole position.
The centre-half is also an area of focus with Trevoh Chalobah being tipped as a target for Palace.
So with this all in mind, here’s what Roy Hodgson had to say regarding January signings…
Roy Hodgson on January signings
Speaking to club media, Hodgson admitted there is a fair chance that Palace will be active in January.
“In the situation, we find ourselves in, in the wrong end of the table – we’re not in the top half, we are that in that bottom half of the table – I don’t think there’d be many teams who are not looking at the January transfer window and saying it would be good if we could bring in a couple of players who will strengthen us, either as a player to go directly in the team or as a player to help us in the squad.
“We’re in that group, but it is easier said than done. I think when you are assessing it, one does have to always bear in mind what bringing in a senior player in a certain position will do to one or two of the younger ones that you are actually now quite keen to see given a chance and weigh up how much these people are going to play a part and help you.”
What will Crystal Palace do in January?
Palace are due to be busy in January by the sounds of things, however, a lot could depend on results between now and December 30th.
With Palace keen to bring Steve Cooper to the club, a few losses over the Christmas period could prove fatal to Hodgson.
Regardless of who is in charge, Palace need to bring a few players in and Hodgson certainly seems to be aware of that fact.
