The Guardian reporter Ed Aarons has been reacting to Crystal Palace’s interest in Bristol City forward Antoine Semenyo.

The Lowdown: Palace rumours

Reliable reporter Alan Nixon stated that Dougie Freedman watched the Ghana international in action last month, and speculation of a move has continued in recent weeks.

Football League World have since claimed that the Eagles are considering a double swoop for Semenyo and Tommy Conway. The Bristol City attacking pair appear to be catching the eye at Selhurst Park, and Aarons has been reacting to the rumours specifically regarding the former.

The Latest: Aarons’ comments

Speaking to GiveMeSport, Aarons labelled Semenyo a ‘very exciting forward’ and stated that he knows Palace have had a look at him in the past. However, the reporter added that the 22-year-old is facing a fight to make the Ghana squad for the World Cup next month.

Aarons said: "Semenyo is an interesting one. He was born in London but has got Ghanaian heritage and he has decided to play for them.

"He is a very exciting forward and I know they have definitely had a look at him in the past. I think it's one where they're just keeping an eye on him.

"It's going to be a fight for him to get in the Ghana team. They've got quite a few options up front now."

The Verdict: One to watch

Palace have had great success in the past in signing the best young players in the Championship and giving them opportunities to shine in the Premier League.

Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise are prime examples, so Semenyo could well follow suit. He appears to be a player of interest for a while and enjoyed a career-best campaign last year, contributing to 20 goals in the second tier.

The 22-year-old’s contract is set to expire next summer, and although Bristol City have the option to extend his deal by a further 12 months, Palace may look to take full advantage in the New Year, making this one to watch for the Selhurst Park faithful.