Crystal Palace Moves to Sign Odilon Kossounou

Crystal Palace has made contact with Atalanta this week to inquire about the possibility of signing Ivorian defender Odilon Kossounou, who has emerged as one of the English club's targets to strengthen their defense.

Crystal Palace is on the lookout for new reinforcements in the backline as they reorganize their defensive options. Kosunu is highly regarded for his physical abilities and experience in European football.

Initial talks are expected to become more direct between the parties in the coming period, paving the way to understand Atalanta's stance on selling the player and the financial terms, with no official offer on the table yet.

Koulibaly has a contract with Atalanta, having moved there from Bayer Leverkusen. He is considered one of the key players for the Ivory Coast national team, having participated with the squad in the 2026 World Cup.