Crystal Palace have suffered a major setback in their pursuit of Fulham defender Ryan Fredericks after the 25-year-old right back suggested he could sign a new deal at Craven Cottage.
Fredericks, who helped Fulham earn promotion back to the Premier League after beating Aston Villa 1-0 in the Championship play-off final, is out of contract with the Cottagers in June.
However, a contingent of Premier League clubs have been monitoring the defender's situation, including West Ham, Newcastle and Palace, but they all appear set to miss out, with Fredericks suggesting he could be set to sign a contract extension with Fulham.