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Fulham Faces Rejection on Andersen Bid
Fulham’s attempt to re-sign Danish defender Joachim Andersen with a £20 million bid has been deemed insufficient by Crystal Palace. The Cottagers are eager to bring the centre-back, who previously played for them on loan, back to the club. However, their opening gambit has not met Palace’s valuation for the player, leaving the deal hanging in the balance.
Andersen’s Successful Stint at Palace
After spending the 2020-21 season on loan at Fulham, Andersen transferred from Lyon to Crystal Palace, where he has since become a fixture in the team. The 28-year-old Denmark international has been a key player for Palace, making 40 appearances in all competitions last season and scoring twice. His performances helped the team secure a 10th place finish in the Premier League.
Guehi Also on the Radar
Andersen isn’t the only Crystal Palace defender drawing interest this summer. Marc Guehi has caught the attention of Newcastle United, with terms agreed upon between the player and the club. However, a fee has yet to be finalized. With both centre-backs in demand, Palace faces a challenging transfer window as they aim to keep their defensive core intact.
Crystal Palace’s Stance on Selling Defenders
Despite Fulham’s interest and Newcastle’s negotiations for Guehi, Crystal Palace seems reluctant to let go of both players. With the transfer deadline looming on 30 August, it appears increasingly unlikely that the club would sanction the departure of two key defenders, especially if Fulham fails to meet their valuation for Andersen.
Andersen’s Role and Upcoming Campaign
Andersen’s contribution to Crystal Palace has been significant, playing in all 38 Premier League games last season and donning the captain’s armband under manager Oliver Glasner. As both Crystal Palace and Fulham prepare to kick off their new campaigns against Brentford and Manchester United respectively, the transfer saga adds an extra layer of intrigue to the start of the season.
Transfer Market Heats Up
As the transfer market continues to heat up, Crystal Palace and Leicester have also been informed of the asking price for another sought-after player, Wilfried Zaha. With the future of several key players up in the air, the coming weeks are set to be pivotal for the clubs involved.
