The Sun says Palace are ready to splash out big for the midfielder.
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And they also hope to take Chalobah on-loan for the season, though Chelsea would prefer a straight £25m cash sale.
Both players are on the transfer list at Chelsea and been encouraged to find themselves a new club.
In Chukwuemeka's case, Chelsea will sell for £20m - and the Eagles are willing to meet such a price.