Napoli forward Hirving Lozano scores
Journalist Pete O’Rourke has been giving his thoughts on Crystal Palace’s interest in Napoli forward Hirving Lozano.
The Lowdown: Palace links
The Eagles have made four signings so far this summer ahead of Patrick Vieira’s second season in charge but appear to want even more.
Reports in recent days have claimed that Palace are interested in signing Lozano, who is open to a move to the Premier League.
The 26-year-old’s new representatives apparently have a positive relationship with Palace officials, with West Ham also keen on the player.
The Latest: O’Rourke’s comments
Talking to FootballFanCast, O’Rourke was excited at Palace’s interest in Lozano, labelling the forward as a ‘top player’ and describing a possible move to Selhurst Park as ‘huge’.
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“Yeah would be a huge signing, Hirving Lozano. I think a real top player across the world, a Mexican international. Was a big signing for Napoli as well when they signed him from PSV, so for Crystal Palace to be in that market looking at him just shows where Crystal Palace are looking to go right now.
“They’re looking like building an exciting young team under Patrick Vieira and they’ll be hoping to build upon an impressive last term in this new season as well.”
The Verdict: Ambitious
Lozano, described as ‘unique’ by Luciano Spalleti, has scored 124 goals during his career for both club and country and has played in European competitions over the past five seasons.
Palace can’t offer that at this moment in time, so securing a move for the attacker would be a huge coup for Steve Parish and Dougie Freedman.
He could be just what Vieira needs with Palace yet to make a senior attacking addition this summer, and with Lozano capable of playing on either wing and even central if required, this could be one to watch over the coming weeks.
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