"Definitely one to watch": Journalist claims Crystal Palace now "pushing" for late window deal

Crystal Palace 'are pushing' to sign Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek in the final few days of the January transfer window, according to journalist Tom Barclay. 

It's been a quiet month for the Eagles, who are yet to bring in any acquisitions after a busy summer of signings, but they could have an eventful end to the winter window. 

According to well-known journalist Fabrizio Romano, many clubs are interested in signing Van de Beek, with Palace and La Liga outfit Valencia believed to be leading the charge for his signature.

The transfer expert claims that the Selhurst Park outfit have now submitted a proposal for a straight loan and are now in direct negotiations with United over the 19-cap Netherlands international. 

Ralf Rangnick's charges are believed to be open to allowing Van de Beek - who is valued at £22.5m by Transfermarkt - to depart on a temporary basis for both footballing and financial reasons if a suitable offer arrives. 

However, it's also claimed that the Red Devils will only consider a loan deal until the end of the season with no option to buy as the creative talent's situation will be reassessed next season when a new manager is at the helm.

Barclay has provided an update on Palace's pursuit of Van de Beek, revealing how the 24-year-old is seen as someone who could add some more experience to Patrick Vieira's squad.

He told GiveMeSport: “So, Vieira spoke last week where he was asked flat out at a press conference, ‘Would you like some more experience to be brought in during this window?’ I think his answer was essentially, ‘Yes, I'd like some more experience.’

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