Crystal Palace have set their sights on Lorient forward Mohamed Bamba as their top target this summer, according to Marca. The Eagles are eager to strengthen their attacking lineup after losing Michael Olise to Bayern Munich earlier in the transfer window.
With Jean-Philippe Mateta’s impressive form last season drawing interest from clubs like Roma, Palace is looking for a central striker to fill any potential gap. Bamba, an Ivory Coast international, has emerged as their primary target to potentially replace Mateta if he departs.
Bamba had a standout 2023/24 season, scoring 17 goals in total—eight of which came in just six Ligue 1 appearances after joining Lorient. His impressive performance has also caught the eye of La Liga club Getafe, who are seeking a replacement for Mason Greenwood.
Despite his brief time in Europe’s top leagues, Bamba has been described as “outstanding” by ESPN, underscoring his potential value to Crystal Palace.