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During this period, Crystal Palace's main development was the £22 million transfer of right-back Daniel Muñoz to Nottingham Forest, reuniting with former manager Oliver Glasner. Another related event saw Chelsea nearing a deal for Atalanta defender Ahanor, though this has no direct link to Palace. Overall, transfer market activity around Palace was limited, with no new incoming signings or bids reported.
Nottingham Forest signed Crystal Palace right-back Daniel Muñoz for a £20 million base fee plus £2 million in add-ons.
Muñoz will reunite with former Palace manager Oliver Glasner at Forest on a three-year contract with an option for an additional year.
Chelsea reached a verbal agreement for Atalanta defender Ahanor for over €40 million, though the deal is unrelated to Crystal Palace.
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Crystal Palace suffered a 1-4 home defeat to Manchester City in the Premier League's second round, with braces from Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland. In the transfer market, Liverpool's £50 million bid for winger Ismaila Sarr was rejected, as Palace consider him a crucial player. Additionally, Palace are among the clubs showing interest in Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara, though Chelsea are leading the race.
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A previously reported Crystal Palace transfer pursuit has taken a turn. The club attempted to hijack Aston Villa's target, Ecuadorian center-back Joel Ordóñez, and reached a permanent transfer agreement, but the deal collapsed after the player failed his medical due to a foot injury. Ordóñez will remain at Club Brugge for now, while there is no update on Palace's earlier talks with Real Salt Lake for Zavier Gozo.
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A development directly involving Crystal Palace has emerged this period. The club is in advanced negotiations with MLS side Real Salt Lake to sign 19-year-old American wing-back Zavier Gozo for around $15 million. After several periods with no Palace-related events, these talks mark a concrete move in the transfer market.
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There are still no developments directly involving Crystal Palace this period. The only matched event is Chelsea signing left-back Pep Chavarria from Rayo Vallecano, which has no connection to Crystal Palace.
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There were no developments directly involving Crystal Palace this period. The only matched event concerns Turkish clubs pursuing AC Milan forward Rafael Leão, which has no connection to Crystal Palace.
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Arsenal pursue Lyon winger Malick Fofana as RB Leipzig deal collapses before deadline
Arsenal are in talks to sign 19-year-old Lyon winger Malick Fofana as a potential replacement for Gabriel Martinelli, with Fofana agreeing personal terms. A deal with RB Leipzig has collapsed. However, Arsenal refuse to meet Lyon's €40 million asking price, and negotiations continue as the transfer window closes. Fofana is keen on the move, having rejected Crystal Palace for Champions League ambitions.
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Nottingham Forest signs Daniel Muñoz from Crystal Palace for £22 million transfer fee
Nottingham Forest has agreed a £22 million deal with Crystal Palace to sign Colombian right-back Daniel Muñoz, including a £20 million base fee and £2 million in add-ons. The 30-year-old will reunite with head coach Oliver Glasner, who previously coached him at Palace. Muñoz has been given permission for a medical and will sign a three-year contract with an option for an additional year.
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Chelsea Reaches Verbal Agreement for Atalanta Defender Ahanor for €40M+
Chelsea FC has agreed to sign 18-year-old Atalanta defender Oneste (Orest/Honest) Ahanor for a fee exceeding €40 million, with reports citing figures between €40M and €46M plus add-ons. The versatile Italian youth international, who can play center-back and full-back, has agreed personal terms and will be loaned to a Premier League club until summer 2027. This follows Chelsea's earlier acquisition of Marco Palestra from Atalanta, continuing a trend of Italian talent moving to Stamford Bridge.
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Chelsea Pursues Monaco Midfielder Camara as Enzo Fernandez Replacement
Chelsea FC is in advanced talks to sign AS Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara, a 22-year-old Senegalese international, as a potential replacement for Enzo Fernández, who is reportedly set to join Manchester City for over €140 million. Monaco demands a fee between €50-60 million for Camara, who has a contract until 2029. Chelsea has held direct meetings with Monaco officials, and Camara is open to the move. Liverpool and Crystal Palace also show interest, but Chelsea is in a favorable position to finalize the transfer before the summer window closes.
Manchester City Defeats Crystal Palace 4-1 in Premier League Round Two
Manchester City secured a 4-1 away victory over Crystal Palace in the Premier League’s second round, with braces from Erling Haaland and Rayan Cherki. New manager Enzo Maresca praised Cherki’s off-ball work and tactical discipline, while Haaland emphasized trust in Maresca’s system. Midfielder Elliot Anderson expressed growing comfort. Maresca noted Phil Foden’s adaptation to a wide role and confirmed two more signings are expected before the transfer window closes.
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Manchester City's Mixed Premier League Results Against Bournemouth
Multiple articles report on Manchester City's Premier League matches against Bournemouth, with conflicting outcomes—one 0-1 loss and one 2-1 comeback win. Individual player performances (Rico Lewis, O'Reilly, Foden, Gvardiol, Guehi) are highlighted, showing poor stats in the loss and stronger contributions in the win. The reports, sourced from Hupu soccer, focus on match statistics and player evaluations.
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Cherki's Stellar Start: 2 Goals, 2 Assists in First Two Premier League Matches
French attacker Cherki made a sensational start to the Premier League season for Manchester City. In the first round, he came off the bench to provide two assists in a 2-1 comeback win over Bournemouth. In the second round, he scored a brace in his first start, helping City defeat Crystal Palace 3-1. With 2 goals and 2 assists in two matches, Cherki became the third player in Premier League history to achieve this feat in a team's first two games, following Henry and Drogba.
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Ecuadorian Defender Joel Ordóñez's Transfer to Crystal Palace Collapses After Failed Medical
Ecuadorian center-back Joel Ordóñez, 22, was initially targeted by Aston Villa as a replacement for Ezri Konsa, but Crystal Palace hijacked the deal with a permanent transfer agreement. However, Ordóñez's foot injury, sidelining him for over a month, led to a failed medical at Crystal Palace, causing the transfer to collapse. He will remain at Club Brugge for now, while Aston Villa continues pursuing other defensive options.
Liverpool submitted a £50 million bid for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr, which was rejected. The move follows failed negotiations for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh. Sarr's agent called for fair valuation of African players, while Sarr reportedly seeks a transfer. Crystal Palace considers Sarr crucial, with three years left on his contract, and only an exceptionally high offer would change their stance. Liverpool continues exploring other targets before the transfer deadline.
Premier League club Crystal Palace has signed 19-year-old American forward/winger Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake for an £11 million ($15 million) fee, the second-highest upfront fee for an MLS homegrown player. Gozo, who made his MLS debut at 16, recorded 6 goals and 4 assists in 16 matches in 2026 and earned an MLS All-Star selection. He has represented the U.S. at youth levels and was on the supplemental roster for the 2026 World Cup. The five-year deal makes him Palace’s sixth summer signing.
Crystal Palace are in advanced negotiations to sign 19-year-old American wing-back Zavier Gozo from MLS side Real Salt Lake for a fee around $15 million (£11.1m). Gozo, a USA under-23 international, has six goals and five assists in 16 MLS games this season and desires a move to Europe. Palace, now managed by Pierre Sage, see him as a versatile attacking option. Aston Villa and Atletico Madrid also showed interest. A medical may be imminent.
Chelsea is accelerating negotiations to sign Crystal Palace center-back Maxence Lacroix, with a £55 million offer potentially rising to £60 million in add-ons. The 26-year-old French international, who joined Palace from Wolfsburg in 2024, is eager for the move. Chelsea co-owner Eghbali met Palace chairman Parish in New York to discuss the deal. To help finance the transfer, Chelsea may sell defender Trevoh Chalobah to Como for £35 million. Chelsea also nears a £117 million deal for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers.
RC Lens goalkeeper Hervé Koffi is set to be loaned to Belgian club Union Saint-Gilloise for the 2026 season, marking his fourth stint in Belgium. The 29-year-old Burkinabe international, who was blocked at Lens after returning from a successful loan at Angers, is expected in Brussels on Thursday. Union Saint-Gilloise is seeking a replacement for their number one goalkeeper Kjell Scherpen, who recently left for Ipswich Town. Koffi, who appeared in a friendly against Crystal Palace on Tuesday, could be available for Union's Champions League third preliminary round matches against Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt on August 4 and 11. The loan is for one season.
Tottenham Hotspur have received a major fitness boost as midfielder Dejan Kulusevski has returned to full training after being sidelined for 14 months. The 26-year-old Swedish international suffered a right patella injury in a collision with Marc Guehi during a Premier League match against Crystal Palace in early May 2025. The cartilage injury proved tricky, with multiple setbacks preventing his recovery in time for the 2026 World Cup. Kulusevski missed the entire 2025/26 season and was not part of Spurs' pre-season tour squad for New Zealand and Australia. Club insider Szyexcl confirmed his return to full training at Hotspur Way. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has emphasized a cautious approach to reintegration, stating Kulusevski remains central to long-term plans but his fitness must be handled with care. Fans are optimistic but expect a gradual return to competitive action.
Wrexham have signed Crystal Palace full-back Danny Imray on a four-year deal, their first signing of the 2026 summer transfer window. The 23-year-old versatile defender, who can also play right wing-back, had loan spells with Blackpool and West Bromwich Albion last season. Imray never made a senior appearance for Palace but gained experience at Chelmsford City, Bromley, Blackpool, and West Brom. Manager Phil Parkinson praised Imray's journey from non-league to the Premier League and confirmed he joined the squad in the US ahead of a pre-season friendly against Liverpool. Imray cited Wrexham's upward trajectory, community focus, and Premier League ambitions as reasons for joining. Parkinson indicated further signings are possible in goal, centre-back, central midfield, and forward positions.
Crystal Palace has officially announced that 35-year-old English defender Nathaniel Clyne has left the club following the expiration of his contract. Clyne, a product of Crystal Palace's youth academy, was promoted to the first team in 2008. He subsequently played for Southampton, Liverpool, and Bournemouth before returning to Crystal Palace in 2020. During his two spells with the club, he made a total of 252 appearances, scoring one goal and providing 11 assists. In the announcement, Crystal Palace described Clyne as 'a true Crystal Palace man,' thanking him for his contributions and wishing him well in the future. The news was reported by Hupu Football on July 29, citing a post on X.
The proposed transfer of French defender Chrislain Matsima from FC Augsburg to Crystal Palace has fallen through. According to Sky Germany, Augsburg decided to end negotiations with the English Premier League club after failing to agree on final financial details, specifically bonuses and payment structure. Crystal Palace refused to compromise on these terms. Matsima, who was seen as the successor to departing defender Maxence Lacroix, has been informed of the decision and will now join Augsburg's pre-season training camp. The German club does not expect Crystal Palace to make a new offer for the player.
English Premier League side Brentford is in advanced negotiations to sign Malian midfielder Mamadou Sangaré from French club RC Lens for a record €48 million fee, including bonuses and a sell-on clause. The 24-year-old, who joined Lens for €5 million last season, was key to their Ligue 1 runner-up finish. Crystal Palace may also bid, but Sangaré is expected to join Brentford imminently, making it Lens’ record sale and Brentford’s record purchase.
Crystal Palace have held talks with Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu over a permanent free transfer, according to BBC Sport. The 27-year-old, who left Arsenal by mutual consent last season and briefly played for Ajax, is currently training with Palace and was named as a substitute in their pre-season friendly against Lens. A broad agreement on personal terms is reportedly in place, pending a final decision from head coach Pierre Sage, who plans to use a three-man defense. Tomiyasu is seen as a potential option for the left side of the back three. However, Palace are cautious about his fitness due to recent knee issues. The move is part of Palace's broader effort to strengthen their defense, with first-choice center-back Maxence Lacroix set to join Chelsea. The club has also made offers for Augsburg's Chrislain Matsima and holds interest in Chelsea's Josh Acheampong and Brest's Raphael le Guen.
In a 45-minute pre-season friendly at the Como Cup in Italy, RC Lens defeated Crystal Palace 3-0, handing former Lens coach Pierre Sage a heavy defeat. Odsonne Édouard scored twice, with Andrija Bulatovic adding a third. Sage, who left Lens a month earlier, praised his former team’s strength and noted most of his players were reserves or U21s. Lens used the match to prepare for the Trophée des Champions.
Portuguese midfielder Gustavo Sá, captain of Famalicão, is being transferred to Nottingham Forest for a fixed €20 million fee, then immediately loaned to Olympiacos. Both clubs are owned by Greek businessman Evangelos Marinakis, highlighting the multi-club ownership model. Sá left Famalicão’s training camp in Italy to join Forest’s camp in Portugal. The deal follows a similar precedent with David Carmo and was previously close to West Ham United.
RC Lens played a second 45-minute friendly match against Portuguese side Famalicao on July 28, 2026, following a 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace earlier in the evening. The match ended in a 0-0 draw, with a subsequent penalty shootout won by Famalicao 8-7. Lens coach Dino Toppmöller completely changed his starting lineup from the first match, with only Bulatovic starting both games (he scored against Crystal Palace). The next pre-season friendly for Lens is scheduled for August 8 against Sunderland. The article, published by Foot Mercato, provides a brief update on Lens' pre-season preparations.
Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangaré, a revelation of the season, is in advanced negotiations with Premier League club Brentford for a potential transfer fee of around €48 million. The 24-year-old Malian, who joined Lens from Rapid Vienna for €5M plus bonuses last summer, could become the club's record sale, surpassing Lois Openda's €40M move to Leipzig in 2023. Crystal Palace, coached by former Lens manager Pierre Sage, has also entered the bidding and may raise the offer. As of Tuesday evening, no deal was finalized but an agreement is nearing.
Wrexham, co-owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, face Liverpool in a pre-season friendly at Yankee Stadium, marking a remarkable rise from the National League to the Championship in five years. Despite missing out on the Championship playoffs on the final day of the 2025-26 season, manager Phil Parkinson views finishing seventh in their first Championship season as a significant achievement. The club has been promoted three times in four years and is among the favorites for promotion next season, though they are the only Championship club yet to make a signing. A deal for Crystal Palace full-back Danny Imray is close. Parkinson acknowledges the division will be stronger with relegated teams like West Ham, Burnley, and Wolves, and stresses the need for several more signings to remain competitive.
Wrexham, co-owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, face Liverpool in a pre-season friendly at Yankee Stadium, five years after the takeover of the National League club. The club has achieved three promotions in four years, rising to the Championship. Despite missing the Championship playoffs on the final day of the 2025-26 season, manager Phil Parkinson considers finishing seventh a major accomplishment. Wrexham are among promotion favorites for the upcoming season but are the only Championship club yet to make a signing, though a deal for Crystal Palace full-back Danny Imray is imminent. Parkinson acknowledges the squad needs strengthening to compete in a tougher division with relegated West Ham, Burnley, and Wolves.
RC Lens, runner-up in France and winner of the Coupe de France last season, is participating in the Como Cup, a friendly pre-season tournament held from July 28 to August 1 on Lake Como. The tournament features six teams divided into two groups: Como, Crystal Palace, Famalicão, AlUla SC, Villarreal, and RC Lens. Teams play 45-minute matches to reach the final on August 1. RC Lens, unbeaten this summer with a win and a draw, aims to prepare for the Trophée des champions against Paris Saint-Germain on August 16. All matches are available on L'Équipe Live Foot for digital subscribers. The article includes the group stage schedule but the specific match times are not fully listed.
The Athletic UK exclusively reports that former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu, 27, is training with Crystal Palace in Como, Italy, as a free agent to prepare for a summer transfer. Tomiyasu, whose contract with Ajax expires at the end of the 2025-26 season, prefers a return to the Premier League. He left Arsenal in July 2025 after an early contract termination, having been sidelined since October 2024 due to injury and undergoing knee surgery in February 2025. He made 84 appearances for Arsenal and later played nine games for Ajax on a six-month deal. Tomiyasu also featured for Japan in the 2026 World Cup. Crystal Palace is providing him a high-level training environment while also seeking a replacement for Maxence Lacroix, who is being transferred to Chelsea for £52 million.
RC Lens is taking part in the Como Cup, a friendly pre-season tournament held from July 28 to August 1 on Lake Como, Italy. The tournament features six teams: Como, Crystal Palace, Famalicão, AlUla SC, Villarreal, and RC Lens. They are divided into two groups of three, playing 45-minute matches to reach the final on August 1. RC Lens, runner-up in France and winner of the Coupe de France last season, aims to prepare for the 2026-2027 campaign and their return to the Champions League. The team is unbeaten in summer friendlies (win vs Boulogne, draw vs Charleroi). All matches are broadcast on L'Équipe Live Foot for digital subscribers. The club's first official match is the Trophée des Champions against Paris Saint-Germain on August 16.
French media L'Équipe reports that Crystal Palace is closely monitoring Lens center-back Ganiou and midfielder Sangaré during the transfer window, following their acquisition of Lens coach Pierre Sage for €5 million in mid-June. The two clubs are set to face each other in a friendly match at the Como Cup in Italy on July 28. Lens club owner Joseph Oughourlian publicly praised Sage's legacy, calling the separation amicable despite some internal tension over Sage's departure. New Lens coach Dino Toppmöller, who succeeded Sage, expressed confidence in taking over. The match serves as a key observation opportunity for Crystal Palace to evaluate the targeted players' performance and attitude. Lens is preparing for the French Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain on August 16, while Crystal Palace aims to recover from a heavy 0-3 defeat to Bromley.
Crystal Palace right-back Danny Imray, 23, is close to a permanent £5 million transfer to Championship side Wrexham, according to Daily Telegraph journalist Mike McGrath. Palace are expected to leave Imray out of their pre-season Como Cup squad in Italy to avoid injury risk as negotiations finalize. Imray joined Palace's academy from Chelmsford City in 2021 and gained senior experience on loan at Bromley and West Bromwich Albion. Wrexham, owned by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, is assembling a squad for a Premier League promotion push. The move represents a significant investment for the North Wales club as they aim to strengthen their defense with a high-upside talent.
Raphaël Le Guen, a 19-year-old central defender for Brest, has reportedly agreed to a contract with Crystal Palace as the Premier League club seeks to replace Maxence Lacroix, who is close to joining Chelsea. Le Guen, who has played six professional matches for Brest and is under contract until 2029, is being courted by Crystal Palace and Fulham, though Palace is further along in negotiations. A formal offer is expected soon, but Brest is reluctant to sell unless a significant bid is made. The transfer story highlights the ongoing summer 2026 mercato activity in Ligue 1 and the Premier League.
Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf reports that 20-year-old Feyenoord defender Givairo Read has reached a verbal agreement with Nottingham Forest on a five-season contract. The Premier League club made a third bid of €22 million on Sunday and is willing to increase the total offer to €25 million, which sources say should be sufficient to finalize the deal. Read, a Dutch youth international who joined Feyenoord on a free transfer from Volendam in 2023, is eager to move to England. His salary in England could increase to about four times his current amount, with his agent team agreeing on a package of €20 million in wages and bonuses until 2031. Feyenoord prefers Read to stay another season and is attempting to renegotiate and extend his contract until 2029, but the chances are uncertain. Nottingham Forest's new head coach Oliver Glasner, formerly of Crystal Palace, sees Read as a key piece for the club's competitive leap.
Jean-Philippe Mateta, Crystal Palace striker and French international, spoke after France's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. In an Instagram post, he thanked supporters, the coach, and the entire staff for their trust, while expressing deep disappointment at not bringing the trophy home. He stated, 'This is just a step, and we will continue to work to come back even stronger.' During the tournament, Mateta played three matches as a substitute, never exceeding 13 minutes per appearance. The article, published by Foot Mercato on July 26, 2026, highlights his gratitude and determination despite limited playing time.
Chelsea has agreed a £52 million transfer with Crystal Palace for defender Maxence Lacroix, pushing the club's summer spending to £216 million. This marks the fifth consecutive year Chelsea has exceeded £200 million in summer transfer outlay. The club has also signed Morgan Rogers for a record £117 million and Marco Palestra for £47 million. Lacroix, a French international with 35 Premier League appearances in each of his two seasons at Palace, is expected to compete for a starting center-back role alongside Levi Colwill. Chelsea's aggressive spending is offset by significant player sales, including Andre Santos (£48m to Manchester United), Marc Cucurella (£51m to Real Madrid), and Tyrique George (£24m to Everton). Further departures are possible, including Enzo Fernandez and Nicolas Jackson. The club will depart for a pre-season tour of Australia and Asia on Friday.
Real Madrid's women's football team, under coach Pau Quesada, has finalized its preseason schedule for the 2026-27 season. The team will face Madrid CFF on August 1, followed by Crystal Palace on August 5, Sevilla on August 8, and Deportivo on August 16. All matches are scheduled for 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on Real Madrid TV. New signings Andreia Jacinto, Elisa Senss, Felicia Schröder, and Janou Levels are training with the group, while Lineth Beerensteyn is absent. Laia López and Silvia Cristóbal have been promoted from the youth ranks, and young players Noe Bejarano and Irune Dorado are expected to stay with the senior team. The coaching staff remains largely unchanged. Real Madrid will begin their Liga F Moeve campaign hosting Atlético Madrid on the weekend of August 29-30.
According to a report from Ouest-France, English Premier League club Crystal Palace has expressed interest in 19-year-old Brest central defender Raphael Le Guen. The player has reportedly agreed to a transfer to the London club. However, negotiations have stalled because Brest is demanding a transfer fee of €20 million, a significant increase from the player's estimated market value of €800,000. The standoff highlights the gap between the clubs' valuations, potentially complicating the deal.
Serie A side Como has submitted an official bid for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, offering €27 million (£22m+) against Chelsea's €35 million (£35m) asking price. The 27-year-old English center-back, currently at the 2026 World Cup with England, is considered surplus at Chelsea. Inter Milan and other Champions League clubs also monitor the situation. The transfer hinges on bridging the €8 million gap.
Crystal Palace women's football star Justine Vanhaevermaet, a 34-year-old Belgian international midfielder, has sparked public discussion after continuing to train while seven months pregnant. The club posted photos and videos on X showing her juggling a ball and revealing her baby bump as the team prepares for the new Women's Super League season. Vanhaevermaet joined Crystal Palace last summer and helped secure promotion. She is expected to give birth in September. The article notes precedents like Alex Morgan in 2020 and Ingrid Kristiansen, and cites UK NHS guidelines recommending maintaining usual activity during pregnancy as long as comfortable, while also highlighting risks such as falling or abdominal impact due to changes in center of gravity and joint loosening.