The left wingback position is one that Crystal Palace appears to be eager to bolster this summer, as one has been linked.
Oliver Glasner’s goal for this summer’s roster is to bring in more players who can play the brand of football he is introducing to Selhurst Park.
The current starting eleven has demonstrated to him already that they can play his style to perfection, as seen by their six straight victories.
However, depth is now Crystal Palace’s greatest problem in the squad, and it appears like Glasner has found a man who would be a good fit for one position that has to be filled.
Crystal Palace could offer Alfie Doughty a chance to remain in the Premier League
Despite Tyrick Mitchell’s elite performances, players have been connected to the left wing-back position in recent months.
But Palace must provide him with some competition if they hope to advance.
This is precisely what might occur, according to a report by GiveMeSport, as Palace considers making an effort to entice Alfie Doughty of Luton Town to leave Kenilworth Road.
Since Luton’s relegation is expected to be confirmed this weekend, the Eagles are reportedly keeping a close watch on the situation. In response, Palace might extend an offer to the player to stay in the Premier League.
Palace must defeat West Ham and Wolves, two league rivals who are also interested in the 24-year-old, in order to finalise the deal.
What would Doughty bring to Selhurst Park?
Doughty would provide Palace with a left wingback who is more attack-minded than Mitchell, akin to Daniel Munoz on the right.
He’s demonstrated this season that his superb crossing is a skill unto itself by picking up eight assists and one goal, which is remarkable for a wingback at one of the weakest teams in the league.
With just five goals assisted for Palace this season, this is more than Michael Olise has overseen for Palace.
The fact that Doughty was a Charlton youth player prior to being traded to Stoke in 2021 is one factor working against him.
