Two more Prem clubs join Crystal Palace in race to sign Ireland star after impressing in Championship
BOURNEMOUTH and Leeds United have joined Crystal Palace in the race to sign Ireland midfielder Finn Azaz.
Middlesbrough playmaker Azaz, 24, has 23 goals and 21 assists in the Championship over the past two seasons that has put him high on top flight clubs shopping lists.
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The playmaker was arguably Ireland's best player in the March window
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The FA Cup winners aren't the only Premier League club keeping tabs on him
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And it is understood that Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth and Leeds United, who won promotion this season, are also keen on his services.
Azaz has two years to run on his Middlesbrough contract and
But Boro may have difficulty turning down offers for a player they signed for £4 million just 18 months ago from Aston Villa, after he impressed on loan with Plymouth.
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A potential move to the top flight would also be a boost for Ireland boss
He has been rested for next month's friendlies against Senegal and Luxembourg as the Championship season finished a month ago, but will be back for the World Cup qualifiers.
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