Fofana to decide between Sunderland and Palace

Malick Fofana in action for LyonImage source, Getty Images
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Crystal Palace are attempting to hijack Sunderland's move for Lyon's Malick Fofana.

The winger had agreed to join the Black Cats in a deal worth just under £30m, but the Eagles have now made their own proposal.

It is now up to the the 21-year-old to decide as he travels to England for a medical, having been offered a five-year contract at the Stadium of Light.

Any deal would cost an initial £25.6m, with a potential £4.3m in add-ons.

Arsenal also attempted to sign Fofana, but the Premier League champions were unable to agree a fee with Lyon.