Crystal Palace in talks to sign midfielder Ahamada from Stuttgart

Crystal Palace in talks to sign 20-year-old midfielder Naouirou Ahamada from German side Stuttgart, with manager Patrick Vieira impressed with his performances in the Bundesliga

Crystal Palace are in talks to sign midfielder Naouirou Ahamada from Stuttgart.

The 20-year-old is an energetic, holding player who joined Stuttgart from Juventus.

The position has been identified as a key area to bolster by manager Patrick Vieira.

Crystal Palace are in talks to sign midfielder Naouirou Ahamada (above) from Stuttgart

The 20-year-old French U18 international has made 17 appearances in all competitions this season for the Bundesliga side.

Marseille-born Ahamada progressed through Juventus’ academy, with Stuttgart initially signing the midfielder on a six-month loan spell.

The Reds signed Ahamada on a permanent deal at the end of the loan deal in the summer.

But with Stuttgart currently in the relegation zone, Ahamada is likely to accept an offer to move to Palace.