Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Widely reportedBBC SportUnverified source· 12 Aug 2026
Palace's £35m Camara bid rejected by Monaco
Crystal Palace's record-breaking move for Lamine Camara hits a wall as Monaco say no.
L. Camara
player
Player
Lamine Camara
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Monaco
Linked club
Crystal Palace
Reported fee
Over £35m
What happened. Monaco rejected Crystal Palace's verbal bid for midfielder Lamine Camara, according to BBC Sport.
- Camara is a Senegal international with 49 caps.
- He joined Monaco from Metz in 2024 for £12.8m.
- Palace have already made four signings this summer.
Palace may need to increase their offer or move on before the transfer window closes.
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