Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner and influential figures have contacted Kyle Walker-Peters in an attempt to discover whether he would be interested in completing a switch to Selhurst Park after leaving Southampton as a free agent in the coming days, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.
The Eagles are preparing to enter a new era as New York Jets owner Woody Johnson has agreed a £190million deal to acquire John Textor's 44.9 per cent stake in the south Londoners, but there remains determination to bolster the squad in the aftermath of winning the FA Cup for the first time in their history last month.
Although UEFA have still not confirmed whether Crystal Palace can compete in the Europa League next term, Glasner and members of the recruitment department have been pushing ahead with identifying potential reinforcements since the transfer window reopened for business.
Eagles Interested in Recruiting Walker-Peters
South Londoners will not have to pay fee for right-back
Kyle Walker-Peters in action for Southampton
Crystal Palace have made an enquiry to sign Walker-Peters when he officially leaves Southampton at the end of the month, according to GMS sources, but they are in serious danger of being left frustrated in their pursuit as he has already shown interest in sealing a return to Tottenham Hotspur when assessing his options.
Saints confirmed on Wednesday that the right-back is heading through the exit door, having been unable to fend off relegation to the Championship, and the Eagles have been among the sides prepared to hand him a quickfire route back into the Premier League as preparations are made for next term.
GMS sources have been informed that Crystal Palace have reached out to Walker-Peters, who was a regular starter for Southampton during the 2024/25 campaign, as they have been eager to ascertain his preferences and whether he would be open to battling with the likes of Daniel Munoz for a regular starting berth in south London.
Kyle Walker-Peters' statistics for Southampton this season
The two-cap England international has been in his current surroundings for a prolonged period, having enjoyed a productive loan spell before completing a £12million permanent switch to St Mary's in August 2020, but he has turned his attention towards pinpointing his next destination.
Crystal Palace have been unable to gain clarity over whether Walker-Peters is keen to head to Selhurst Park for the next chapter of his career, GMS sources have learned, but they have been given fresh hope of turning his head as fellow admirers West Ham United have opted against upping the ante at this stage.
Glasner Eyeing Walker-Peters After Ward Exit
England international's top flight experience seen as attractive asset
Kyle Walker-Peters in action for Southampton
GMS sources have been told that Glasner is in the market for a right-back following Joel Ward's departure, leading to Walker-Peters being earmarked as an intriguing option as he already boasts valuable Premier League experience and is available without Crystal Palace having to fork out a transfer fee.
The 28-year-old has been described as 'extraordinary' by newly-appointed Sheffield United boss Ruben Selles, who he worked under at Southampton, and the Eagles have been attempting to get themselves into a good position to pounce after it became clear that he would not be remaining on the south coast.
But Tottenham are not the only Premier League rivals attempting to beat Crystal Palace to an agreement with Walker-Peters as GMS sources understand that Fulham have also shown interest as they prepare for the potential exit of Kenny Tete, meaning Glasner is at risk of facing an uphill battle.
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Crystal Palace are seen as the most likely destination for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz this summer.
GMS sources recently revealed that the Austrian tactician will have the board's full backing to secure replacements if Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi become high-profile departures from Selhurst Park in the coming weeks, with the pair expected to fetch more than £100million if admirers head into negotiations.
All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 25/06/2025
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