Crystal Palace have reportedly made an offer for the Lille man, but West Bromwich Albion are ready to gatecrash the party.
Lille’s Ibrahim Amadou in action
The Baggies have entered the race to sign Lille star Ibrahim Amadou, according to talkSPORT, who claim the Black Country outfit are confident of beating the Eagles to his signature.
Alan Pardew is keen on bolstering his options this month, with his side currently sitting precariously in 19th position in the Premier League table, four points adrift of safety, having not won a league game since August.
The Baggies boss has reportedly identified the Lille midfield ace as a primary target, according to talkSPORT, who claim that Palace have already lodged a £16 million bid for his signature.
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Ibrahim Amadou
A deep-lying midfielder, Amadou would add much steel to West Brom’s midfield, and his powerful build seems to be ideally suited to the robust nature of the Premier League.
Ibrahim Amadou
The versatile Frenchman can also play in the centre-back position – something that would surely appeal to Pardew, what with the long and arduous campaign ahead for his side.
With the January transfer window now open and in full swing, this will certainly be one for both Baggies and Eagles fans to keep a close eye on.
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