Published on 2024-01-16 18:18:08
The January transfer window has seen a lot of speculation about the future of Kalvin Phillips, with Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson admitting his interest in signing the midfielder. According to Sky Sports, Crystal Palace, Everton, Newcastle, West Ham, and Juventus are all vying for the Manchester City midfielder, but as of now, none of these clubs are close to reaching a deal.
Hodgson has openly expressed his desire to have Phillips at Palace, stating, “He’s a name out there. All we know is there is a possibility Man City will sell or loan him.” He also expressed his intent to push Palace forward if Manchester City decides to loan him.
Man City is reported to be demanding a £7m loan fee to make a deal happen, which has led to Newcastle backing out of the race. However, it is unclear if this figure is a problem for the other interested parties. What is clear is that Phillips has no future at the Etihad, having played very little since his move from Leeds in the summer of 2022. With a need to play more regularly, his place in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for EURO 2024 could be at risk.
With intense interest from several clubs, the future of Kalvin Phillips remains uncertain, and it will be interesting to see where he lands by the end of the January transfer window. Hodgson’s comments suggest that Crystal Palace is eager to make a move for Phillips, but it remains to be seen if they can secure a deal with Manchester City.
Overall, the race for Kalvin Phillips’s signature continues to heat up, and it will be intriguing to see which club ultimately lands the talented midfielder before the transfer window closes.
