Midtjylland's Ousmane Diaw reacts during the UEFA Europa League match against FC Porto. (Photo by Octavio Passos/Getty Images)
The shock call-up to Chelsea's first-team squad for Trevo Chalupa means Crystal Palace needs to find a defender from somewhere.
The 26-year-old was enjoying a successful loan spell at the Eagles before Enzo Maresca decided he wanted the centre-back at his disposal again.
Everything seems to have changed at Stamford Bridge Chelsea is trying to sign Marc Guehi Also from Palace, a decision that will certainly not go down well with Oliver Glasner.
Trevo Chalupa's recall to Chelsea does not help Palace
actually, Crystal Palace risks losing up to eight playerss, and any progress made under the Austrian after a sticky patch is certain to derail the Eagles' recent form.
After just two wins in 10 matches, Palace have now won three of their last four matches, drawing the other.Who registered?).
To see Chalupa leave at the point where the team was getting back on track is a huge disappointment.
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but, Africa foot Note that the palace has already identified their replacement.
Only FC Midtjylland signed Ousmane Diao Six months on, his form has made him an excellent addition to Danis' squad.
Palace want Diaw to replace Trevo Chalupa
Conversely, the Eagles are already circling the 20-year-old who is believed to be available for just €4m.
The centre-back is six feet tall but can also do well at right-back, suggesting a versatility that could come in handy for Palace at the end of the season.
With just two weeks left in the January transfer window, Oliver Glasner and the Palace board will have to move quickly if they want to sign the player.
Fulham and FC Porto are also said to be interested in Diaw's services, so there is even more need for the south Londoner to get out of the blocks quickly.
