Crystal Palace targets Neil El Aynaoui of Roma for midfield boost
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:50 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Crystal Palace is pursuing Roma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui to strengthen their squad before the transfer window closes. The club is under new management led by Pierre Sage, following an opening match defeat to Everton. El Aynaoui, who joined Roma from Lens last summer, has primarily been a squad player. The player is reportedly interested in a move to the Premier League, alongside Rennes defender Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal, as Palace seeks reinforcements in midfield and central defense after a challenging start to the season.
- •Crystal Palace aims to sign Neil El Aynaoui from Roma.
- •The club seeks midfield depth after losing 2-0 to Everton.
- •El Aynaoui has not been a regular starter at Roma.
- •Palace targets include Rennes defender Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal.
- •The transfer window is nearing its deadline.
- 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Crystal Palace target Roma midfielder El Aynaoui
"Crystal Palace have identified Neil El Aynaoui as a target as they look to strengthen their midfield before the transfer window closes.According to Foot Mercato, the Roma midfielder is one of two Moro...
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