Crystal Palace are emerging as front-runners to sign Brazilian striker Wallace Yan from Flamengo, despite growing interest from several major European clubs.

According to TEAMtalk, the Eagles are determined to move quickly in January to avoid a potential transfer battle with Liverpool and Benfica.

Rising Brazilian talent

Wallace Yan, 20, is regarded as one of the most promising young forwards in Brazil. He has contributed 12 goals and assists across all competitions for Flamengo this season and is seen as a player ready to make the step into European football.

With 18 months left on his contract, the striker’s situation has attracted significant attention, and Flamengo may be open to negotiations in the coming transfer window.

Liverpool and Benfica also interested

Liverpool have already invested heavily in marquee names such as Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak, but the Merseyside club are also tracking younger talents for the future.

Benfica, known for their record of developing South American stars, are another club monitoring Yan closely. However, Crystal Palace remain the most serious contenders at this stage.

Palace’s long-term plan

Oliver Glasner’s side have impressed in the Premier League this season, and the club is eager to build on that momentum by strengthening the squad further.

Palace see Yan not only as a long-term prospect but also as someone who can make an impact immediately. The club’s hierarchy is ready to sit down with Flamengo to discuss a fee, with hopes of concluding an agreement before rivals escalate their interest.

Avoiding a transfer battle

For Palace, timing is crucial. Securing Yan early in January would prevent competition from clubs with greater financial power or broader global appeal.

Should Liverpool or Benfica firm up their interest, the dynamic of the deal could quickly change. For now, however, Palace are working to finalise terms and secure one of Brazil’s brightest young attacking prospects.