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Crystal Palace eyes defender from RC Lens amid recruitment efforts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:55 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Crystal Palace eyes defender from RC Lens amid recruitment efforts

Summary

Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage is exploring options to enhance his squad by recruiting from his former club RC Lens. Reports indicate that Palace is interested in Lens defenders, with specific names undisclosed. Additionally, Palace is targeting Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangaré, who is also sought after by Manchester United. Sage previously guided Lens to a second-place finish in Ligue 1 and a Coupe de France victory. As the transfer window remains open, further developments in recruitment are expected.

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Key Details

•Pierre Sage managed Lens before joining Crystal Palace.
•Crystal Palace is reportedly interested in Lens defenders.
•Mamadou Sangaré is a target for both Crystal Palace and Manchester United.
•Sage led Lens to a second-place finish in Ligue 1 last season.
•Further recruitment efforts are anticipated as the transfer window continues.

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10:55 AMYahoo Sports — Pierre Sage’s Crystal Palace look to recruit Lens defender

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Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage could look to recruit from his former club, RC Lens, as per a report from L’Équipe. Sage joined Crystal Palace after leading Lens to a second-place finish in Li...
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