Crystal Palace are considering a move for strong Southampton defender Jose Fonte, sources have told ESPNFC.
Eager to find a stronger centre-back partner for Scott Dann, who’s just signed a new long-term deal at the club, Pardew wants the Portuguese defender to add some strength to the back-four.
A second centre-back has been a problem area for Crystal Palace, having been priced out of a move for Swansea and Wales captain Ashley Williams.
Pardew has reportedly been interested in reuniting with Newcastle captain Fabricio Coloccini at Selhurst Park, but has yet to make a bid for the Argentine.
Palace also tried a move for Hull’s James Chester, but have lost out to West Brom for the £8m-rated Welshman.
The 31-year-old Fonte spent three years at Palace between 2007-10 and made 90 appearances for the club before signing for Southampton, where his impressive performances earned him a place in the Portugal national team.
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