Crystal Palace try for Aston Villa's Joel Ordonez

Joel Ordonez, an up-and-coming defender, made 46 appearances for Club Brugge last season. Having graduated from their youth academy, he has proven his talent, and may now get the opportunity to step up to the Premier League.

Why it matters

Strengthening the defense is important for both Premier League clubs Crystal Palace and Aston Villa, especially as Chadi Riyad's injury has weakened Palace's position. In pursuit of a young and talented defender like Joel Ordóñez, both clubs are trying to increase the stability and competitiveness of their teams. This football transfer process also makes it clear how intense the competition is between Premier League clubs.

Key points

• Crystal Palace try for Aston Villa's Joel Ordonez.
• Crystal Palace are attempting to influence Aston Villa's bid for Joel Ordonez, with both clubs looking to strengthen their defence..
• Crystal Palace attempt to hijack Aston Villa's move for defender Joel Ordonez - BBC Sport.

Crystal Palace are pursuing a move for Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez in a bid to impress Aston Villa. Villa have made an offer for the Ecuador international, while they have struggled to agree a fee for Taylor Harwood-Bellis. However, Palace have now opened talks with the Belgian club for Ordonez, who is considered a long-term target by the Selhurst Park club.

Palace have stepped up efforts to sign a new centre-back after Chadi Riyad was stretchered off in the match against Everton on Saturday. They completed a loan deal for Axel DeSassi on Wednesday, but are planning to add another centre-back to their squad. Villa have worked on a deal for 22-year-old Ordonez in recent days.

The Midlands club, who sold their key centre-back Ezri Konsa to Arsenal last week, were planning a move for Harwood-Bellis but there is a significant difference in valuation between the two clubs, which has led to Villa increasing their interest in Ordonez. Villa are interested in Harwood-Bellis but they would need to make a deal worth at least £25million for the defender to have any chance of reviving any chances.

The Belgian club value Ordonez at £40 million and negotiations are ongoing. Ordóñez did not start the new season due to a fractured metatarsal, but he played 46 matches for Brugge last season. He graduated from Brugge's youth academy and has so far played 128 times for the Belgian club, scoring seven goals. Ordóñez represented Ecuador at this summer's World Cup, in which he missed only one match, before his country were eliminated in the round of 32 against Mexico.

Palace have made six new signings so far this summer, including winger Dwight McNeil and centre-back Takehiro Tomiyasu.

What will happen next

Crystal Palace's talks continue with Club Brugge, while Aston Villa also maintain their interest in Ordonez. If Palace are successful, it would strengthen their defense and deal a significant blow to Villa. In this football transfer situation, both clubs will have to take strategic decisions to achieve their respective goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What steps have Crystal Palace made for Joel Ordonez?

Crystal Palace have opened talks for Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez in a bid to impress Aston Villa.

What offer have Aston Villa made for Joel Ordonez?

Aston Villa have made an offer for Ecuador international Joel Ordonez.

Why have Crystal Palace stepped up their efforts to sign a centre-back?

Palace have stepped up efforts to sign a new centre-back due to Chadi Riyad being carried off on a stretcher.

What is Joel Ordonez worth?

The Belgian club value Ordonez at £40 million and negotiations are ongoing.

How many matches did Joel Ordonez play last season?

Joel Ordonez played 46 matches for Brugge last season.

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