Cristhian Mosquera: Crystal Palace face new rival for key summer transfer target | OneFootball

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The Eagles made an approach for the highly-rated centre-back in January, but other clubs in Europe and the Premier League are also tracking him.

Mosquera has not missed a minute of Valencia’s last 21 La Liga matches and made his debut for Spain Under-21s last week.

This month, an appearances-based clause in his Valencia contract was triggered, extending his deal until June 2026. But Mosquera is still considering his options.

Atletico Madrid are now understood to be keen on making a summer move for Mosquera, who they hope can be lured to the Spanish capital by a huge increase to his modest wages.

Diego Simeone’s side are planning defensive signings this summer, with Aston Villa in pole position to sign their 28-year-old centre-back Mario Hermoso as a free agent.

Palace, meanwhile, are braced for bids for England centre-back Marc Guehi, who could leave Selhurst Park this summer.