Sasa Curcic, Palace's highly-talented Yugoslav midfielder, has been linked with a move to Spanish giants Athletico Madrid.

The 26 year old has had an unsettled time at Palace and now looks to be in line for a possible move abroad for a reported £500,000.

The move would compensate Madrid for the possible loss of their current midfield maestro and ex Boro player, Junihno.

Meanwhile, Curcic is facing a further six weeks out with a hamstring injury.

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