Palace join the race for Bamba

Crystal Palace have reportedly joined the race to sign Saint-Etienne youngster Jonathan Bamba this summer.

According to a report from L’Equipe, Palace officials were in attendance for his side’s win over OGC Nice last weekend as they look to gain a better insight to their target.

Bamba is an established France U20 international and is one of Ligue 1’s brightest young talents. However, he looks to have plenty of potential suitors this summer, and the Premier League appears to be a realistic destination for him.

The 21-year-old was hugely impressive in Saint-Etienne’s clash against Nice, and will have caught the eye of the Eagles’ scouts as he fired home the winning goal on the day.

Frank de Boer will be keen to add more quality to the ranks before the end of the window, but may need to fend off competition from Newcastle United for the young Frenchman’s signature in the coming weeks.