Crystal Palace explore Simone Zaza loan

Juventus forward Simone Zaza has been earmarked as a top target for Crystal Palace in the winter transfer window.

The Italy international made his switch to the Old Lady in the summer following an excellent season with Sassuolo in the previous campaign.

However, he has failed to live up to his expectations, and has been often left out on the substitutes' bench.

According to The Sun, Eagles boss Alan Pardew are weighing up a possible loan deal for the 24-year-old, who is desperate to prove himself ahead of next summer's European Championships.

Eagles are currently sixth in the league standings with 26 points.