Crystal Palace lead the race for Davide Calabria’s signature, with the former AC Milan right-back now a free agent after leaving Serie A.
According to Sky Sport Italia’s Gianluca Di Marzio, Palace are pushing ahead of three La Liga sides — Real Betis, Celta Vigo, and Mallorca — and could finalise a deal within days.
Palace Pushing to Land Serie A Veteran
The 27-year-old defender left AC Milan at the end of June after his loan spell at Bologna. With no permanent offer from Bologna and Milan letting his contract expire, Calabria is now available without a transfer fee — a key attraction for Premier League clubs operating under FFP pressure.
“Crystal Palace could accelerate in the next few hours to sign Calabria.” — Gianluca Di Marzio (Sky Sport Italia)
Palace see Calabria as a tactical fit for Oliver Glasner’s system, especially with doubts around the future of Nathaniel Clyne and cover needed for Tyrick Mitchell on the opposite flank.
Davide Calabria Career Stats
| Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC Milan | 180 | 8 | 15 |
| Bologna (loan) | 41 | 1 | 4 |
| Total (Serie A) | 221 | 9 | 19 |
Our Analyse
Free agents with top-level experience are rare — and Palace are playing it smart. Glasner favours high-energy full-backs, and Calabria brings leadership, recovery pace, and European pedigree. If fit, this could be a low-cost, high-upside signing.
Key Statement
- Calabria is now a free agent after Milan contract expired
- Palace are leading over Celta Vigo, Betis & Mallorca
- Deal could be sealed in the coming days
- 221 Serie A appearances makes him one of the most experienced options available
What’s Next?
If talks go well, Calabria could join Palace before pre-season camp begins. His agent is in active discussions with the club, while La Liga sides await late movement — but the Premier League pull may prove decisive.
Should Palace go all-in for Calabria, or aim younger at right-back?
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