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crystal palace His move has been boosted as a key target identified Selhurst Park as his “preferred destination” Premier League competitors.
Crystal Palace approach their New Year’s Day London derby against Fulham as they desperately try to arrest a worrying decline that threatens to derail a historic campaign. Oliver Glasner.
The Eagles have gone five games without a win in all competitions, culminating in a shock defeat at Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday that exposed the finishing flaws that have plagued their recent performances.
Crystal Palace currently have the worst expected goal differential in the Premier League this season, having scored just 21 goals against a total of 29.4 expected goals.
Glasner refused to blame individual players but acknowledged the urgent need for reinforcements in January, telling reporters after Tottenham’s defeat that it was “very clear” what his team needed.
“Honestly, if you watched our game today, it was clear what we needed,” Glasner told the media.
“Then it’s Palace’s decision. If you’ve been struggling to score goals, all we can do is encourage the players, support them and stay positive.”
“I can’t blame anyone for missed opportunities but we have to accept now that our team’s finishing ability is a bit lacking.
“It looks like we won’t be able to replace Ismaila Sarr, Daniel Munoz and Daichi Kamada, who are often involved in our goals.
“But on the other hand, we want to be back next week, so now it’s about supporting all the players.”
Off the pitch, Crystal Palace are backing Glasner, even if the Austrian ready to leave at the end of the season.
Their primary goal now is Brennan JohnsonCrystal Palace have agreed a £35m deal with Tottenham Hotspur to sign the Welshman, who was Ange Postkoglu’s top scorer last season.
Johnson also reportedly has admirers in Bournemouth, Everton and Sunderland Fabrizio RomanoAlthough Crystal Palace and Tottenham have made peace, it is believed that all three clubs are still interested.
Brennan Johnson prefers Crystal Palace transfer to boost Glasner’s development
However, according to journalist Graeme Bailey, the Eagles are still in the lead, with Johnson naming Crystal Palace as the club he would most like to join.
This is consistent with reports from Glasner’s side Prepare to arrange physical examination for Johnson This week, barring any late-stage disaster, all signs point to “wonderfulThe striker chooses Selhurst Park.
“There’s more to do,” said former Wales manager Rob Page.
“He’s a fantastic talent and I’m looking forward to seeing him in the Premier League next season and growing with us.
“Every time he comes on he impresses and shows his worth, he deserves the goal and he has more chances.”
The 24-year-old also scored the winning goal in the Europa League final for Spurs in May, ending their 17-year trophy drought, but he is now on the verge of a completely new project.
