Crystal Palace: August 2008 - news archive

R's move elementary for Watson

C PalaceQPR are believed to be closing in on the signing of Crystal Palace ace Ben Watson, who could cost around £2million.

Eagles chief confirms striker deal

C PalaceNeil Warnock has confirmed that Crystal Palace are holding talks with Ipswich striker Alan Lee about an initial £600,000 switch.

Eagles swoop for Town hitman

C PalaceCrystal Palace have had a £600,000 bid for Ipswich striker Alan Lee accepted as boss Neil Warnock aims to add to his attacking options.

Double ban blow for Eagles pair

C PalaceMidfielder Shaun Derry and striker James Scowcroft are both suspended for Crystal Palace's Carling Cup trip to Leeds on Tuesday.

Striker hopes for Warnock

C PalaceCrystal Palace boss Neil Warnock is planning to add a striker to his squad but admits Ben Watson is still set to move on.

Starlet snubbed Palace for Royals

C PalaceIrish striker Dave Mooney has confirmed that he snubbed the chance to join Crystal Palace before opting for a move to Reading.

Leeds rule out striker bid

C PalaceCrystal Palace striker Dougie Freedman would welcome a move to Leeds Utd but Whites chairman Ken Bates has ruled it out.

Palace eye Cottage raid

C PalaceCrystal Palace boss Neil Warnock admits he is close to making a bid for forgotten Fulham striker Collins John.

Duo go on transfer list

C PalaceCrystal Palace midfielders Carl Fletcher and Paul Ifill have both been put on the transfer list at the club.

Boss fumes over penalty decision

C PalaceCrystal Palace boss Neil Warnock said he felt 'bitterly let down' following the defeat to Preston at the weekend.

Keeper ready for fight

C PalacePalace keeper Darryl Flahavan says he will not accept sitting on the bench for the entire season and wants to be number one.

Boss confirms striker interest

C PalaceCrystal Palace boss Neil Warnock has confirmed he is interested in signing Ipswich's out of favour striker Alan Lee.

Boss reveals broadside

C PalaceCrystal Palace boss Neil Warnock had to launch into his side at half-time to inspire them to victory over Hereford last night.

Eagles swoop for midfielder

C PalacePalace boss Neil Warnock has added a second signing to that of John Oster on Monday by capturing French trialist Leandre Griffit.

Palace complete Oster signing

C PalaceCrystal Palace have completed the signing of former Reading winger John Oster on short-term deal until January.

Midfielder deal could be off

C PalaceReports claim Ben Watson's proposed move to Nottingham Forest could be off after a disagreement over the fee.

Duo handed Eagles trials

C PalaceNeil Warnock has offered trials to midfield pair John Oster and Leandre Griffit as they attempt to earn a contract at Palace.

Warnock reveals new skipper reasons

C PalaceNeil Warnock says Shaun Derry's off the field work with the team was the reason behind his appointment as Crystal Palace captain.

Rivals pull plug on swoop

C PalaceNottingham Forest have ended their interest in Crystal Palace midfielder Ben Watson because they could not meet his wage demands.

Austrian striker linked

C PalaceReports have suggested that Crystal Palace are keen to sign Austrian forward Roman Kienast from Norweigian side Ham Kam.

Watson future uncertain

C PalaceCrystal Palace boss Neil Warnock has played down reports linking midfielder Ben Watson with a move to Nottingham Forest.

Freedman set to leave Eagles

C PalaceVeteran forward Dougie Freedman is searching for a new club after being told that he has no future at Crystal Palace.

Palace handed starlet deal boost

C PalaceCrystal Palace have been boosted by the news teenage starlet Victor Moses has agreed to sign a new four-year deal at Selhurst Park.