Joel Ordonez’s Palace switch in doubt after medical checks

Uncertainty after the medical

Joel Ordonez’s potential move to Crystal Palace has hit complications following his medical, with the Premier League club set to decide whether to push ahead with the deal, BBC Sport reported. The decision now hinges on how the medical findings affect the terms and risk of the operation.

The outlet says this week Palace interrupted Aston Villa’s interest in the Ecuador centre-back. Palace agreed an initial loan for Ordonez that included an option to buy at the end of the season.

Injury reportedly worse

The 22-year-old is recovering from a broken metatarsal. Palace were aware of the injury during negotiations, but the report suggests it is understood to be worse than the Eagles originally believed.

Palace chase defensive cover

Palace have also ramped up efforts to add another centre-back after Chadi Riad was taken off on a stretcher in the match against Everton on Saturday. The club had already moved to strengthen the position too, completing a loan deal for Axel Disasi from Chelsea on Wednesday.

At this point, Ordonez’s future with Palace is still open, pending the outcome of the medical concerns and the club’s final call.