Crystal Palace leapfrog Sunderland in race for Lyon winger

A 21-year-old winger's future hangs in the balance as two Premier League clubs tussle for his signature.

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What happened. Crystal Palace have reportedly regained the upper hand over Sunderland in the race to sign Lyon winger Malick Fofana, per Foot Mercato.

• Palace were initially linked with Fofana before Sunderland emerged as rivals.
• The 21-year-old's potential move is still unconfirmed at this stage.

The transfer race remains fluid, with Palace now seen as frontrunners for the young winger.

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