Multiple reliable news outlets have reported that the race to sign Lamine Camara is heating up, as reports indicate that Crystal Palace have now officially submitted a bid for the player as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the run-in. Talks are expected to continue over the coming days - with Monaco said to be reluctant to let him go for a penny less than their valuation. Crystal Palace have laid out their intentions, but valuation and timing remain under debate. Aston Villa, Liverpool and Man Utd are keeping tabs in case talks collapse or progress slows further. Lamine Camara would be expected to strengthen Crystal Palace's squad overall and provide competition for places. Monaco have also been linked with Matthis Abline while Crystal Palace are reportedly monitoring Chibuike Nwaiwu, Ruben Kluivert and Takehiro Tomiyasu. More on this story as it develops. Need more Crystal Palace transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Crystal Palace.