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Livermore wouldn’t significantly improve Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace's English manager Roy Hodgson looks on during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Crystal Palace at the Em...
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The West Bromwich Albion midfielder is reportedly being targeted by Crystal Palace.

Jake Livermore of West Bromwich Albion during the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Newcastle United at The Hawthorns on November 28, 2017 in West Bromwich, England.

Crystal Palace are eager to strengthen their squad before the transfer window closes on Wednesday night, with manager Roy Hodgson assessing the options available to him.

As reported by The Daily Mail, Hodgson is interested in signing Jake Livermore, but it is questionable whether the West Bromwich Albion midfielder would be a wise move.

Livermore possesses plenty of Premier League experience and was given his England debut by Hodgson against Italy in 2012.

Jake Livermore of West Bromwich Albion during the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Everton at The Hawthorns on December 26, 2017 in West Bromwich, England.

The 28-year-old would add some bite to Palace’s midfield, but he may not be the best option for them to consider.

Livermore’s performances often lack consistency and Palace need a more dependable presence in midfield as they look to ensure that they can stay up.

Jake Livermore of West Bromwich Albion is put under pressure from Dele Alli of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and West Bromwich Albion at...

Palace may be in 13th place in the Premier League table but they are just three points clear of the relegation zone and any moves that they make between now and the end of the window could be crucial in terms of determining whether or not they stay up.

Livermore, who hasn’t managed to stand out for West Brom this season, is perhaps a player that should be avoided as Palace seek to make new additions.