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January is an unforgettable month crystal palacearguably the most successful team in their history was torn apart from top to bottom.
Mark Gueye left the Eagles for Manchester City for £20m, with the Englishman leaving for a fee in this window rather than on a free transfer in the summer.
Such a move happened around the same time as the boss Oliver Glasner It was announced that he would leave Selhurst Park at the end of the season, when his own contract expires.
A devastating month has since escalated, with talisman and current top scorer Jean-Philippe Mateta handing in a transfer request amid interest in his signature.
As a result, the club’s Premier League The reputation has taken a huge hit but top brass have targeted an influx of potential replacements before the window closes on Monday night.
Crystal Palace now want to sign 13-goal talisman
To strengthen their attack, Crystal Palace have closely related to actions Obtain the Wolves talisman Jorgen Strand Larsen.
It was reported earlier this week that a transfer fee of around £50m (including add-ons) had been agreed between the two clubs – a deal that would set a club record for the Eagles.
However, that move has gone cold in recent days and Glasner’s side may now turn to other transfer targets in an attempt to improve their squad.
As a result, the recruitment team have been working tirelessly on possible alternatives and Bodo Glimt star Jens Petter Hauge is a player they are now considering.
According to Sports Boom, the Eagles Race to land 26-year-oldHe has already scored 13 goals for Norway in the 2025/26 season.
The report also states that Everton are keen to sign the striker, which could lead to a late-stage bidding war as the transfer window nears closure.
The attacker did not charge a fee for his signature this month, but Hauge’s current employers are not looking to sell him given his recent performances in Europe.
Why Hauge is a better signing for Crystal Palace than Gaysan
To strengthen their frontline, Crystal Palace have signed Brennan Johnson. Evan Gassan The latest players to arrive at Selhurst Park.
The Ivory Coast international has joined the club from Premier League side Aston Villa on an initial loan deal until the end of the season, it was confirmed on Friday.
Glasner’s side will reportedly pay £2 million to keep the 24-year-old until the end of the season, with a £28 million option to buy in the summer transfer window.
Gesan has only scored two goals in 21 games for Villa this season since arriving at the Eagles, but his addition will provide the team with some needed versatility.
He can play as a centre-forward or in any role behind the striker, which could make him a valuable asset to the club’s renewed ambitions.
However, Hauge’s potential move could have an impact on new signings, with the Bodo Grimmt starman undoubtedly set to become a regular starter in any transfer.
As well as his excellent goalscoring figures, he has outclassed the Ivorian in a number of key areas, subsequently showing why he will be an even better addition this month.
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How Hauge & Guessand 2025/26 compares |
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Statistics (per 90 people) |
heap |
Gaysan |
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Games played |
40 |
twenty one |
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Goals and assists |
20 |
3 |
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shot |
2.2 |
1.2 |
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Pass accuracy |
84% |
81% |
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Create opportunities |
2.3 |
0.6 |
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created huge opportunities |
0.3 |
0.1 |
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Dribbling completed |
48% |
28% |
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aerials win |
46% |
43% |
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Touch the ball inside the 18-yard box |
8.5 |
3.6 |
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Statistics passed fiery thug |
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Hauge, known as “excellentProducing better goals and assists per 90 will give Palace the extra attacking threat they are looking for, according to one content creator.
He has also completed more passes than he has attempted so far while creating more chances per 90 – with more of his chances being defined as big chances.
The above data shows that the Norwegian star has more comprehensive talents on offense, which may provide players like Johnson with the opportunity to further improve his scoring.
As well as creating chances, Hauge also dominated with his dribbling ability, subsequently completing more dribbling attempts so far in the 2025/26 season.
His talent is further reflected by the fact that he wins more balls in the air per 90 and has more touches in the opposition penalty area – which could make him more of a poacher in the final third.
As mentioned before, it’s unclear how much the deal will cost to sign star Bodo Grimm before the transfer window closes, but such a move would significantly bolster the attacking department.
His incredible quality is evident in his statistics this season, and the Norwegian star is undoubtedly more talented and has better complements than Gesang.
