Crystal Palace try to hijack Sunderland's transfer for Lyon's Malick Fofana.
The winger had agreed to affix Sunderland in a deal value just below £30m however Palace have made their very own proposal.
It’s now as much as the the 21-year-old to determine as he travels to England for a medical, having been provided a five-year contract on the Stadium of Mild.
Any deal for the Belgium ahead would price an preliminary £25.6m, with a possible £4.3m in add-ons.
Fofana was understood to be excited by the prospect of becoming a member of Sunderland earlier than their first European marketing campaign in 51 years, having certified for the Europa League, however Palace have additionally certified for a similar competitors.
Arsenal additionally tried to signal Fofana, however the Premier League champions had been unable to agree a payment with Lyon.
Fofana started his profession at KAA Gent earlier than becoming a member of the Ligue 1 facet in 2024.
If he joins Sunderland, Fofana would signal alongside Kevin Danso, with the Austria defender m on an preliminary mortgage with an choice to purchase.
Sunderland have additionally signed defenders Thomas Meunier and Dayann Methalie, and midfielder Jules Ahoka, this summer season after ending seventh of their first season again within the high flight.
The Black Cats beat Fulham on Sunday after dropping their opening match of the 2026-27 season at Ipswich.
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