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Crystal Palace transfer plot: Shock swoop for Chelsea star
CHELSEA defender Branislav Ivanovic is a target for Crystal Palace, according to reports.
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Ivanovic has fallen down the pecking order at Chelsea following the arrival of manager Antonio Conte in the summer.
The Daily Mirror claim London rivals Crystal Palace are keen to sign the 32-year-old, who is out of contract in June.
The Serbia international last started a Premier League game for the Blues in September - the 3-0 defeat to Arsenal.
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is said to be a target for Crystal Palace
Chelsea star Branislav Ivanovic is out of contract in the summer
And since being removed from the squad, Chelsea's results have picked up, winning four games on the bounce and keeping a clean sheet in each game.
Conte has switched to 3-4-3 formation, replacing Ivanovic with Victor Moses down the right flank.
The Nigeria international has thrived in the position, scoring three goals and providing one assist in 11 appearances.
And it seems Ivanovic may struggle to break back into Chelsea's starting XI, prompting interest from Palace.
However, the south London club are said to be among a host of teams all considering a move for the experienced defender.
A switch to Chinese side Jiangsu Sunin is reportedly on the cards where he could link up with former Chelsea team-mate Ramires.
Branislav Ivanovic has not featured for Chelsea since the Arsenal defeat
And European giants Inter Milan and Marseille are also said to be monitoring his current situation at Stamford Bridge.
Ivanovic has been with the Blues since 2008, signing from Russian side Lokomotiv Moscow for £9.7million.
The full-back has made 369 appearances for Chelsea in all competitions, scoring 33 goals and providing 33 assists.
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