Sky: Crystal Palace signs Diormande for preliminary negotiations, Benitez joins free agency

According to Sky Sports, Crystal Palace has conducted preliminary negotiations on signing Portuguese sports central defender Diormand, and the team's head coach Glasner wants to introduce a top central defender this summer.

After internal discussions, 21-year-old Diormand was identified as the target for signings at this position.

(because the club shareholders also hold stakes in Lyon) It is not clear whether Crystal Palace can participate in next season's Europa League, but Glasner is already preparing for next season's European Cup.

In addition, goalkeeper Benitez is expected to join Crystal Palace as his free agent in the next few days.

21-year-old Diormand's current contract is June 2027. The player will score 2 goals and 1 assist in 46 games in 24-25. The turnaround is worth 45 million euros.