Crystal Palace are reportedly stepping up their efforts to sign Slavia Prague’s highly-rated midfielder, El Hadji Malick Diouf, as they aim to strengthen their squad during the ongoing January transfer window.
The Premier League side are looking to bolster their side, and Diouf, who has impressed scouts with his versatility, is seen as an ideal addition to their ranks.
Crystal Palace prepared to make £15m bid for El Hadji Malick Diouf
According to Alan Nixon via Patreon, Palace are preparing to make a £15 million bid for the 20-year-old Senegalese player after Palace scouts were left highly impressed by his performance during a recent training game in Spain.
Diouf’s versatility is one of the major reasons behind Palace’s interest. Able to play as a centre-back, left-back, and left midfielder, he offers tactical flexibility that could address multiple areas of need within manager Oliver Glasner’s squad. His ability to perform in various roles provides a valuable asset to a team looking to add depth and versatility across their defensive and midfield positions.
The young midfielder has been in standout form for Slavia Prague this season, featuring in 28 matches across all competitions. Operating predominantly as a left midfielder, Diouf has contributed six goals and three assists, showcasing his attacking potential and all-around contribution to the team.
Crystal Palace prepared to launch bid for El Hadji Malick Diouf. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
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Diouf’s career began at the Academie Mawade Wade in Senegal, before making the move to Norwegian side Tromso in February 2023. Although he faced a slow start, the midfielder found his rhythm in the latter half of the season, and his performances earned him a move to Slavia Prague in January 2024. There, Diouf immediately made an impact, scoring on his debut and quickly cementing himself as a…
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