Derby County are looking to conclude a deal to sign midfielder David Ozoh from Crystal Palace.
Journalist Pete O'Rourke has reported that Derby are in advanced talks with the Premier League side.
Ozoh has impressed in two separate loan spells at Pride Park across the last two seasons.
However, they are now seeking a permanent move for the popular 21-year-old.
The England youth international has made 13 appearances for Crystal Palace, including 10 in the Premier League.
He has been unable to break into the first-team in recent times and he is down the pecking order under new manager Pierre Sage.
Ozoh has been a fans' favourite with the Rams and he has featured 47 times for the club.
Derby have had a frustrating summer transfer window following a campaign where they almost secured a play-off place.
Manager John Eustace will hoping that the deal will be finalised following a start to the season which has seen him receive some criticism from supporters.
