Crystal Palace in talks to sign Lyon’s Joachim Andersen
The Danish defender has been linked with a move to Selhurst Park in recent weeks.
joined Fulham on a loan deal from Lyon last summer. Despite the Cottagers’ relegation to the Championship, the 25-year-old displayed impressive form in his performances for Scott Parker’s side. Having returned to Lyon for their pre-season campaign, the Danish center-back has been linked with a move back to England’s top-flight.
According to
Sky Sports
, Crystal Palace are in talks with Lyon to reach an agreement over a fee, but both parties are convinced the transfer will be completed in the coming days. Palace are trying to conclude a deal as soon as possible, knowing that Tottenham are also interested in signing the 25-year-old. According to
Standard Sport
, Andersen will cost an initial €22million, with €5million in add-ons to follow.
Palace are keen to bolster their backline ahead of their upcoming campaign under
Patrick Vieira
. Having completed the signing of
Marc Guehifrom Chelsea, the Eagles continue the negotiations to extend
Gary Cahill’s contract ahead of the next season.
Vieira’s side defeated
Ipswich Townin a pre-season friendly on Saturday. The Eagles will start their 2021-22 Premier League campaign with a match against Chelsea on August 14.
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