Crystal Palace are now in the race to sign an “explosive” forward, who is set to be targeted by a number of Premier League clubs this summer, according to a report.
Palace keen to bolster attacking options
Prior to the surprise 1-1 draw at Southampton, Palace had been on a five-game winning streak in all competitions, having really managed to kick on under the helm of Oliver Glasner after a slow start to the campaign.
However, given the level of the Eagles’ performances, a number of key players are being linked with moves away in the summer, which means a rebuilding job may be necessary, with a move for Lyon striker Georges Mikautadze being lined up.
Mikautadze could be brought in as a replacement for Jean-Philippe Mateta, amid rumoured interest from Manchester United, while Glasner is also keen to bolster his options out wide.
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FC Nordsjaelland winger Sindre Walle Egeli has been closely followed this season, ahead of a potential summer transfer swoop, however, there is also an alternative option from much closer to home.
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Crystal Palace are now in the race to sign Liverpool winger Ben Doak, but there may be stiff competition for the winger’s signature, with Everton and AFC Bournemouth also keen.
Having impressed on loan at Middlesbrough this season, the Championship side could also make a move for Doak this summer, should they achieve their aim of promotion to the Premier League.
The Reds value the 19-year-old at £25m – £30m, and he is highly regarded at Anfield, but a departure could be possible this summer, given that the youngster will find it very difficult to usurp Mohamed Salah at right-wing.
"Explosive" Doak impressing in the Championship
Understandably, it is very difficult to challenge for Salah’s starting spot, which means the Scot has spent the current season out on loan at Middlesbrough, where he looked very impressive up until picking up a thigh injury.
The teenager picked up three goals and seven assists in the second tier for Boro, indicating he could soon be ready to make the step-up to the Premier League, while he also places highly on some key attacking metrics over the past year, most notably excelling at dribbling.
Statistic
Average per 90
Assists
0.35 (90th percentile)
Progressive carries
6.78 (99th percentile)
Touches (Att Pen)
6.12 (95th percentile)
Not only that, but the forward has received high praise from former Liverpool man Danny Murphy, who said: “He is a super quick, explosive winger,”
“He gives you something so different because of his pace. He’s got amazing, explosive pace which could cause teams problems off the bench.”
Having excelled in the second tier, the next logical step is for Doak to sign for a Premier League club, and there is every indication he could be a success at Selhurst Park.
