Crystal Palace eye Oliver Burke after Scottish ace is told he’s not wanted at RB Leipzig
Burke made bold move in leaving Nottingham Forest for Germany but it's thought he hasn't developed enough tactically for Leipzig
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OLIVER BURKE could be heading for the Premier League with Crystal Palace.
The 20-year-old former Nottingham Forest starlet has been told he is not wanted by RB Leipzig, according to reports in Germany.
Burke made a brave statement when he left the Midlands for Germany last summer.
The Scottish international preferred to seek first-team experience on the continent rather than maybe fill a spot on the bench in the Prem when he decided to leave Forest.
But he has failed to hold down a regular place in the Leipzig team and could return to English football before the end of the transfer window.
German publication Kicker say Palace have revealed their "concrete interest" and that Burke's departure could be a permanent one rather than a loan after they shelled out £13million.
It is believed the winger hasn't developed enough tactically.
Leipzig boss Ralph Hasenhuttl tipped Burke for a breakthrough this season.
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In addition, sporting director Ralph Ragnick said Burke wouldn't be going anywhere this summer.
But they look to have changed their minds with Palace the first to register an interest.
Burke has drawn comparisons with Gareth Bale because of his searing pace and power.
He starred for a Scotland's Under-20's at the Toulon Tournament earlier this summer and has five senior caps for his country.
Palace were beaten 3-0 by Huddersfield at Selhurst in their opening game on Saturday in manager Frank de Boer first competitive match in charge.
The Dutchman has limited options in attack, relying heavily on Christian Benteke.
Connor Wickham is still out injured while the dashing Wilfried Zaha is out for a month with a knee injury sustained against The Terriers.
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