Crystal Palace are chasing Ecuador winger Jefferson Montero.
The Mirror says Palace boss Ian Holloway has his sights on beating fellow top-flight new boys Cardiff City to the signature of Montero, the Ecuadorian winger who plays for Mexican club Morelia.
The Bluebirds' offer of £3million does not match Morelia's valuation and Palace are hoping to now take advantage of the stalemate to make a move.
The 23-year-old has European experience with Villarreal, Levante and Real Betis and Holloway has identified him as the replacement for Wilfried Zaha.
