Winter window manifesto for Crystal Palace European spot

Who can strike it right for Palace?

QPR’s Charlie Austin was reportedly wanted by the Eagles in the summer, as well as a raft of clubs and he could well be the centre of attention once more.

Having adapted to life in the Premier League effortlessly with the Hoops, Austin is just the type of player the Eagles need and he would fit right in.

Another forward currently linked is Chelsea’s Loic Remy, though this poses a couple of interesting viewpoints. If Roman Abramovich is willing to part with cash to strengthen the side once more with attackers, Remy could be convinced to move on, especially to a side who match his ambitions and are well positioned.

Pardew, meanwhile, managed Remy when he took him on loan while in charge of Newcastle, so the opportunity to reunite with his former boss might well make his decision easier and there is no doubt that he would be a quality addition for the Eagles and give them much-needed firepower for an assault on the top four.

Add more depth

Another Achilles heel for Palace is perhaps their lack of strength in depth and this could severely hamper the squad if they pick up injuries.

Therefore, adding a sprinkling of experience may just do the trick. With Atletico Madrid reportedly set to sign Augusto Fernandez from Celta Vigo, as well as recalling Matias Kranevitter, may mean that a loan move for former Chelsea midfielder Tiago Mendes could cross Pardew’s mind.

Central defence also represents a worry for Palace, with only Brede Hangeland realistically their other option. Steven Caulker has been linked, and Pardew could be the manager to get the best of him, with the 24-year-old having shown plenty of promise in the past.

With the Eagles establishing a relationship with PSG last summer, when they signed Cabaye for a modest sum, a loan move for 20-year-old defender Presnel Kimpembe would allow him to gain vital experience as well as adding another option to the Palace squad.

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