Crystal Palace and Everton will have to start with €15m if they are to sign Zakaria El Ouhadi from Genk this summer.
This is according to Africa Foot. The website reports that Genk have set a price tag of €15m for the 24-year-old this summer.
According to their information obtained from a source very close to the player, Ouahdi is heading towards a departure in the summer transfer window.
He is on the radar of several 'ambitious' European clubs. Actually, the talks have now started taking concrete form.
VfB Stuttgart are keeping a close eye on the player's profile, while Crystal Palace and Everton have expressed genuine interest.
€15m asking price
Sport Witness has covered reports on his interest over the past few months. In one such report today it is said The Crystal Palace was preparing for the summer stay.
he followed A similar report came last month also Which put the Eagles and Everton in the mix for the defender's signature.
According to Africa Foot's source, Genk have set their asking price at €15m. The player, for his part, has informed the Belgian club of his intention to change clubs. He wants to take the next step in his career.
However, his focus is on taking the right steps. A 'very attractive offer' has come from a Russian club, but he is not interested in it.
psv eindhoven competition
However, Everton and Crystal Palace need to move forward quickly. That's because PSV Eindhoven has stepped up its efforts in recent weeks.
In fact, the Dutch club has already contacted representatives of El Ouahadi to find out the terms of the transfer.
Indeed, his father, who manages his affairs, is said to have welcomed the idea of a move to the Eredivisie.
This suggests Crystal Palace and Everton may need to step up their interest soon.
At €15 million, El Ouhadi could be a bargain. This certainly would not be a price that would deter both parties from pursuing further efforts given their long-term interest.
