Mateus Fernandes on Crystal Palace radar?

Crystal Palace are the latest club to throw their hat into the ring for Southampton’s rising star Mateus Fernandes, joining Aston Villa and West Ham in a hotly contested transfer race. According to Football Insider, Oliver Glasner’s side are eyeing a summer swoop for the 20-year-old Portuguese midfielder, who impressed last season despite Southampton’s relegation. Fernandes, a product of Sporting CP’s academy, joined the Saints just last summer but quickly stood out with his composed midfield displays and maturity beyond his years. With a £25 million price tag, Fernandes could be one of the bargains of the summer. Palace, known for snapping up young talent from relegated sides, believe he fits their profile perfectly. The Eagles are said to be monitoring him closely, confident he can thrive under Glasner’s dynamic system. Having already booked a spot in next season’s Europa League via their FA Cup triumph, Palace are keen to bolster their squad with hungry, technically gifted players like Fernandes. His versatility, vision, and ball-carrying ability make him a highly desirable target. But with West Ham and Villa both keeping tabs for months, Palace will need to act fast if they want to seal the deal. The race is heating [...]

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