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Crystal Palace in Fee Talks for Angers Teen Sidiki Cherif After Reported Terms Agreement

Palace seek attacking reinforcements to address uncertainty over Jean-Philippe Mateta.

Overview

  • Palace have agreed personal terms with 19-year-old Sidiki Cherif, according to RMC Sports reporting relayed by Yahoo Sports.
  • Negotiations with Angers over a transfer fee are ongoing, with Sky Sports and Yahoo Sports both describing the talks as active.
  • Club executives are reported to be confident of completing the move, which could set a record sale for Angers.
  • Paris FC had lodged a €25 million offer, but Palace are now viewed as leading the pursuit based on recent reports.
  • Cherif has four goals in 17 Ligue 1 matches this season and is seen as a versatile forward who fits Palace’s recruitment profile, with the club also seeking to persuade manager Oliver Glasner to commit to a new deal.