Italian outlet Siamo La Roma has revealed that Crystal Palace and Chelsea are both showing interest in Roma defender Roger Ibanez. The Brazilian international is reportedly set to leave Rome this summer, and the Premier League has emerged as a potential destination for the talented center-back.
Roma's director, Tiago Pinto, has allegedly set a €35 million (£30 million) price tag for Ibanez's signature. The report suggests that there is also interest from Germany, along with several clubs in London.
Crystal Palace, in particular, could be targeting Ibanez as a potential replacement for their defender Joachim Anderson, who has been linked with a move away from Selhurst Park. The Athletic had previously reported in June that Brentford had made an enquiry about Anderson's availability, and a transfer worth £20 million could materialize. The opportunity to reunite with fellow Dane Thomas Frank at Brentford might be a factor in Anderson's potential departure.
The shortage of defensive options at Palace and their available transfer funds make a move for Ibanez an appealing prospect, according to the Italian outlet. Palace's need for reinforcements in defense could lead them to pursue Ibanez and strengthen their backline for the upcoming season.
Chelsea, on the other hand, are also said to be in the market for a center-back, primarily due to an injury suffered by Wesley Fofana. This has prompted speculation that the London club could make an approach for the 24-year-old Brazilian defender.
While Crystal Palace appears to be more actively pursuing Ibanez, Chelsea's reported interest seems less intense at this stage. The injury to Fofana has created a need for Chelsea to reinforce their defensive options, and Ibanez has emerged as a potential candidate.
With the transfer window in full swing, the future of Roger Ibanez remains uncertain. Crystal Palace and Chelsea's reported interest adds intrigue to the situation, with both clubs looking to strengthen their defensive departments ahead of the upcoming season.
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