Oliver Glasner’s Crystal Palace are closing in on the signature of Angers SCO teenage attacking sensation Sidiki Cherif.
Sidiki Cherif could soon be playing in the Premier League, as Crystal Palace are on the verge of securing his services. According to a report from Sky Sports, the Eagles are in talks with Ligue 1 outfit Angers SCO to sign the teenager, and as per Fabrice Hawkins, the South London outfit already have the green light from the player’s end.
Cherif has come up the ranks at Angers. He got promoted to their first team in the summer of 2023 and has not looked back since. The youngster has gone from strength to strength over the last few seasons, and he has established himself as a key figure in their team.
In the ongoing campaign, the 19-year-old forward has featured in 17 league games and has bagged four goals. While Sidiki Cherif prefers playing up top, he is equally effective out wide on the flanks. His impressive rise and massive potential have put him on the radar of multiple top clubs.
Crystal Palace are on the verge of signing Cherif
Crystal Palace are one of the clubs that are very keen on securing Sidiki Cherif’s services, and they are already in talks with the French club over a potential transfer in the ongoing window. They are pushing for a permanent deal, and their executives are quite optimistic about it going through.
While the player still has well over two years left on his deal, the Eagles look set to prise him away. The South London outfit have already taken a massive step towards bringing him to Selhurst Park, as they have agreed personal terms with the teenager.
Crystal Palace remain in talks with Angers to reach a common ground on the finances involved. The Eagles are confident about striking a deal with the French club, and as things stand, he is set to become the most expensive sale in the history of the Ligue 1 outfit.
Glanser will certainly be pleased with his arrival, as he will add depth, and his versatility will give him multiple tactical options. If everything goes as planned, this transfer could be completed well before the deadline day.
