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Crystal Palace approaches Auxerre for midfielder Kévin Danois

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Crystal Palace approaches Auxerre for midfielder Kévin Danois
Summary

Crystal Palace has initiated a €30 million approach for AJ Auxerre's Kévin Danois, as reported on August 20, 2026. Manager Pierre Sage is looking to strengthen the squad and sees Danois as a key addition. The 22-year-old midfielder has become an integral part of Auxerre, starting 32 of 33 league matches in the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season. Danois is under contract until 2029, and his performance has attracted interest from several clubs. Palace had previously monitored him during the winter transfer window.

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Key Details
  • •Crystal Palace's bid is approximately €30 million, excluding bonuses.
  • •Kévin Danois has started 32 of 33 league matches this season.
  • •Danois has three goals and one assist in his Ligue 1 career.
  • •He is under contract with Auxerre until 2029.
  • •Palace's manager has prior experience managing in Ligue 1.
Latest Updates
  • 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Crystal Palace make €30m approach for Auxerre’s Kévin Danois
  • 12:25 PMYahoo Sports — Crystal Palace move for Auxerre midfielder Kevin Danois
What they're saying
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Crystal Palace have moved to bring Auxerre attacking midfielder Kevin Danois to the Selhurst Park club, according to Fabrizio Romano. Palace manager Pierre Sage wants to further bolster his ranks and ...

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Crystal Palace are reportedly very keen on the idea of signing AJ Auxerre’s Kévin Danois (22), according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.A concrete approach, including discussions regarding a transfe...

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