Crystal Palace are exploring a January deal for Bayern Munich defender Sacha Boey, with German outlet BILD reporting that the clubs have already held preliminary discussions. The Eagles are targeting reinforcements at right-back for Oliver Glasner, and Boey has emerged as a realistic option due to his lack of minutes in Bavaria.
Boey, signed from Galatasaray last year and contracted until 2028, has struggled for game time this season. He has been left on the bench for five of Bayern’s last six matches, featuring only briefly in a German Cup win over Koln. Although he has made 14 appearances under Vincent Kompany this campaign, he has yet to start in the Champions League and endured injury issues that limited him to six Bundesliga starts last season.
Bayern are reportedly open to a sale if an attractive bid arrives in January. Glasner’s strong relationship with Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund, formed during their shared time at RB Salzburg, could further support Palace’s attempts to bring the 25-year-old to London.
Palace’s interest aligns with their need for depth on the right flank. Daniel Muñoz has played almost every minute across all competitions, while Nathaniel Clyne is nearing the end of his career. Adding Boey would give Glasner another reliable option and a player with over 100 senior appearances across top-flight football in France, Germany and Turkey.
Glasner has also suggested that Palace intend to be active in January, particularly in the forward department, after highlighting the need for additional goal-scoring support following the 2-1 defeat to Strasbourg in the Conference League.