According to Foot Mercato, OGC Nice’s pursuit of Crystal Palace forward Odsonne Édouard (27) has hit a snag. Negotiations have become complicated, leaving club officials at the Allianz Riviera increasingly pessimistic about completing the deal.
Les Aiglons had identified Édouard as a prime target to strengthen their attack just before the new Ligue 1 season kicks off. But omo, instead of progress, the deal seems to be stalling — forcing Nice to look elsewhere for reinforcements.
Palace Striker’s Situation
Édouard, who spent the latter half of last season on loan at Leicester City (where he made just 4 appearances), appears to have no clear future at Crystal Palace. Reports suggest the Frenchman has been made surplus to requirements at Selhurst Park.
Despite that, Crystal Palace’s exit talks with Nice have dragged longer than expected, and the chances of a breakthrough look slimmer by the day.
Nice Searching for Alternatives
With the transfer window ticking down, Nice’s recruitment team has already shifted attention toward other potential striker options. Still, Édouard’s name hasn’t been completely erased from their shortlist.
Meaning? If negotiations suddenly reignite, Nice might still swoop for him. But as it stands, omo, the deal no be like before again.
Context: Marseille Also Stuck in Talks
Interestingly, this delay mirrors what’s happening in Marseille’s pursuit of Joël Ordoñez. According to Sacha Tavolieri, Club Brugge are still awaiting payment guarantees from OM before sanctioning the Ecuadorian defender’s transfer.
Ordoñez, 20, continues training with Brugge but has again been left out of the matchday squad. Marseille, meanwhile, have already added Facundo Medina and CJ Egan-Riley but remain keen on another centre-back before the window closes.
Transfer gist this summer don dey hot everywhere — omo, French clubs dey really struggle to close deals on time!
