Crystal Palace will reportedly look to sign 25-year-old German wide player Jan-Niklas Beste from SL Benfica in the January transfer window.
According to an update by reputed Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Jan-Niklas Beste is the subject of interest from Crystal Palace. The Eagles want to reinforce their midfield and offensive units in the January transfer window and have identified the SL Benfica wide player as a one-stop solution. However, the Portuguese giants will only sanction a permanent move next month.
Jan-Niklas Beste and his Benfica bother
Jan-Niklas Beste has seen his progress stutter since joining SL Benfica from FC Heidenheim in a deal worth €8 million in the summer transfer window. The player was among the most underrated stars in the Bundesliga before moving to Portugal, but the transfer has not worked well for him.
The 25-year-old has endured a frustrating spell thus far with SL Benfica, managing only 693 minutes of game time across 18 appearances in all competitions while chipping in with two goals and one assist. So, Beste has “opened the door” to leaving the Primeira Liga giants in the January transfer window amid his struggles.
Meanwhile, Beste’s stock in the market remains high, with Crystal Palace among his prospective suitors heading into the January transfer window. The Eagles have already established contact regarding a winter move, approaching the German wide player’s representatives as they look for an agreement with SL Benfica.
London calling?
Crystal Palace’s interest in Jan-Niklas Beste is understandable. The Eagles are scouring the market for a versatile footballer who can be a one-stop solution to their midfield and offensive issues in the January transfer window. So, several candidates have emerged on Crystal Palace’s radar, with Beste also a viable target.
The Eagles have targeted players like Nicolo Fagioli for the midfield unit, while Miguel Almiron is an option for the attack. However, Beste can be a one-stop solution for both departments at Selhurst Park. With Crystal Palace approaching the Benfica wide player’s representative, a winter deal might be on the cards.
However, the Portuguese giants are reluctant to part ways with the 25-year-old German utility man, although a deal might see the light of day if Crystal Palace and the Aguias open talks regarding a permanent move.