RUMOURS: Crystal Palace face new threat to Evra deal

The Premier League side had been close to signing the 35-year-old, but they may not have it all their own way

Crystal Palace had hope to secured the signing of veteran France left-back Patrice Evra, but L’Equipe reports the Premier League side face competition from Lyon.

The Juventus defender has previously stated his admiration for the Rhone side, and with the Serie A champions linked with a move for OL’s Corentin Tolisso, it is thought that they could use him as a bargaining chip in any transfer.

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Lyon’s defence has been shaky this term, and they believe an old head like Evra, who had been linked with Manchester United earlier in the window, could make a dramatic difference to their fortunes.

That does not spell good news for Sam Allardyce’s men, even if they remain on the cusp of the 35-year-old’s signature.