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Trabzonspor defender Chibuke Nwaiwu has emerged as a potential target for Crystal Palace once again after the Premier League club abandoned their pursuit of Augsburg centre-back Chrislain Matsima, according to Sky Sports UK. The Eagles had appeared to be closing in on Matsima, with reports suggesting an agreement between the clubs was within reach and Augsburg set to receive a transfer fee in the region of €30 million. However, the deal has now collapsed after Palace pulled out of negotiations over Augsburg's valuation of the French defender. The breakdown in talks means Palace are expected to revisit alternative defensive targets as they continue their search for reinforcements following Marc Guéhi's departure to Manchester City earlier this year, and Maxence Lacroix's proposed move to Chelsea. Among the centre-backs on the club's shortlist are Nigeria international Nwaiwu, who is also attracting interest from Fulham, Toulouse's Charlie Cresswell and Lyon's Ruben Kluivert. Nwaiwu joined Trabzonspor during the winter transfer window, signing a contract until June 2030, and quickly established himself as an important figure at the Turkish club. The 23-year-old registered three goals and one assist in 23 appearances for Trabzonspor in the second half of last season. Ifeanyi Emmanuel