Multiple reliable reports are claiming that Crystal Palace are keeping tabs on Hayden Hackney, who plies his trade as a midfielder for Middlesbrough. The move is still in the early stages, but interest appears to be growing. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Nottingham Forest, Brentford and Leeds decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. With 1.06 goals scored per game this season, Crystal Palace could use more imagination between the lines. Hayden Hackney would be expected to connect play and boost chance creation in advanced areas. Alongside this, Middlesbrough are said to be exploring Jeremy Sarmiento with Crystal Palace likewise connected to Manuel Ugarte, Yan Diomande and Othmane Maamma. Can't get enough Crystal Palace transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.