Crystal Palace jostling to sign “complete” midfielder in deal worth £30m
Crystal Palace Eye £30m Midfield Reinforcement After FA Cup Triumph
Fresh off their historic FA Cup victory, Crystal Palace are preparing for a busy summer, with reports suggesting the club is targeting a £30m-rated midfielder recently relegated from the Premier League.
Palace Ready for Europa League Adventure
The Eagles’ FA Cup win not only ended a long wait for silverware but also secured their place in next season’s Europa League.
The triumph at Wembley, led by manager Oliver Glasner, marked a defining moment for the South London club, who are now preparing for an exciting European campaign.
Reflecting on the achievement, Glasner said:
“I still can’t quite believe it. If we play that game ten times, we might win it once — and that was today.
We made the most of our first real chance and then defended with incredible heart, teamwork, and an outstanding goalkeeper. I’m so proud of everyone involved.”
Now, attention is turning to summer recruitment, and with European football to offer, Palace find themselves in a strong position to attract top talent.
Already, players like Nadiem Amiri of Mainz 05 have been linked, and the club appears to be prioritizing midfield reinforcements.
Mateus Fernandes Emerges as a Key Target
According to journalist Alan Nixon via Patreon, Crystal Palace are now competing for the signature of Mateus Fernandes, a 20-year-old midfield talent from Southampton.
The Saints are reportedly demanding around £30 million for the Portuguese prospect, who joined last summer but is likely to move on following the club’s relegation.
Fernandes, who previously earned praise from analyst Ben Mattinson as a “super complete” midfielder during his time at Sporting CP, had a challenging stint at Southampton.
Despite the team’s struggles, he frequently stood out with consistent performances.
Palace, however, aren’t alone in the race. Both Leeds United and Aston Villa are also said to be interested in the young midfielder, meaning a competitive transfer battle could be brewing.
If Crystal Palace succeed in securing Fernandes, he could become a cornerstone of their European push and a major figure in their midfield overhaul.
