Crystal Palace are said to be in formal negotiations with Genk over the signing of El-Ouas Zakaria. The defender has been a target for some time, and talks are said to be intensifying as the window progresses. The player remains under contract, but movement looks increasingly likely the longer talks go on. Everton are reportedly waiting in the wings. Finalising a fee and payment terms remains central to closing the transfer. With only 23 goals conceded in 20 (1.15 per game), Crystal Palace have been one of the stronger defences in the Premier League this season.. El-Ouas Zakaria would be asked to keep that standard and provide dependable cover when needed. Crystal Palace have recently been linked with Kevin Danois, Joao Gomes and Ilan Kebbal while Genk have had no rumoured targets. Want to see how the story develops? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for more news and transfer rumours just like this one.