Crystal Palace are eyeing a summer move to sign Ipswich star Jaden Philogene to strengthen their attack in a big-money deal, according to SportsBoom.
The Eagles are set for a major summer of change with manager Oliver Glasner set to depart, while it is understood that Jean-Philippe Mateta and Adam Wharton could also be on the move amid strong interest in their services.
That has seen the club begin their plans for the summer window to ensure that they don't enter next season short on options for whoever the next manager is, and they have identified one star who could come in and make them better.
Crystal Palace Want to Sign Philogene
Jaden Philogene
Philogene, who has been described as a 'goal machine', joined Ipswich last year in the Premier League after struggling at Aston Villa, but stuck with the Tractor Boys as they dropped down to the Championship, and he has registered an excellent ten goals in 26 appearances this season.
His performances have seen a number of clubs take an interest in him ahead of the summer window, and Palace are ready to make a move to bring him to Selhurst Park whether Ipswich remain in the Championship or get promoted to the top-flight once again.
It's reported that January bids from Turkish outfits worth around £20m were rejected, and the club have insisted privately that the player will not be sold for anything less than £40m if he is to depart. However, should they get promoted, that price will rise to as high as £60m.
Philogene Contracted Until 2029
Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park
Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park
Philogene is currently contracted at Portman Road until 2029, which provides them with strong leverage in any negotiations, while he would also be considered as a 'homegrown' player in the Premier League, which adds to his value.
It's understood, though, that Philogene would be open to moving in the summer, and would demand around £80,000-a-week from any new suitors to put pen-to-paper on a deal. Ipswich are prepared to sanction a sale, and put the proceeds towards strengthening their midfield and defence.
Palace are deemed to be the frontrunners for his signature, in what could prove to be a record-breaking deal for the club.
Philogene Would Offer More Pace to Palace Attack
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish in the stands at Selhurst Park
With Glasner leaving, there is a strong likelihood that Palace could change their system away from a 3-4-3 next season. GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT what Philogene's signing would add to the Palace squad, and this was its response:
Jaden Philogene could add dynamism to Crystal Palace’s attack.
Direct dribbling and 1v1 threat from wide areas, adding unpredictability
Pace to stretch defences and improve Palace’s transition game
Goal threat cutting inside, especially from the left
Creative flair to complement attackers and draw fouls in dangerous areas.
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The Eagles could sign him on a free transfer.