Crystal Palace reportedly want Chelsea full back Reece James.
According to The Sun, Crystal Palace are eyeing up Chelsea defender Reece James as a potential replacement for Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
The Eagles will hope that star full back Wan-Bissaka stays at Selhurst Park, but there is mounting interest in the 21-year-old’s signature.
Wan-Bissaka’s outstanding defensive play combined with his pace and will to go forward makes him ideal for a host of clubs, and The Sun note that Arsenal and Everton are both keen on the £40million-rated right back.
Even though Palace will be desperate to keep him, they appear to be eyeing up right backs just in case he does move on, with James one option.
The Chelsea talent, 19, has come up through the ranks at Stamford Bridge, and is currently out on loan at Championship side Wigan Athletic for the season.
James has notched one goal and two assists in 33 Championship games this season, and his performances appear to be attracting interest.
Quick, strong and incredibly skilful for a defender, James looks to have a huge future, and he’s even a major threat from set pieces.
Whether it’s a loan move or a permanent one, England Under-19 international James could be a smart signing for Palace, much like Ruben Loftus-Cheek was last season – but much depends on whether Wan-Bissaka moves on.
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