According to report, a temporary deal is being discussed ahead of what could be a permanent exit in the summer, with Schlupp firmly out of favour at Selhurst Park and out of contract come the season’s end.
Schlupp appears like a wise addition who might aid the East Lancashire team, who are looking for reinforcements in their pursuit of a top six finish.
Following a lackluster run of play during the holiday season that culminated in a crushing home loss to fierce rivals Burnley, where their injury list was mounting, Blackburn is currently on the outside looking in at number six.
Schlupp’s versatility is something that truly appeals to Rovers manager John Eustace, who is eager to bring him to Ewood Park in January to improve his team’s currently small roster.
Schlupp would be a great addition to a Rovers team that appears short in most areas of the field because he can play a variety of positions, including left back, left midfield, and center midfield.
Nixon said that even though the 32-year-old’s Palace contract expires in the summer, a loan agreement might be reached in January, opening the door for a permanent summer transfer.
Schlupp has made 11 Premier League appearances for Palace this season, but all of them have been as a substitute. Lately, he has mostly been used as a replacement, therefore he might be interested in a move to play for the first team.
Nixon stated that if Rovers are unable to sign Schlupp, they may try to sign free agent Ryan Kent, but Eustace finds the Ghanaian to be a far more appealing option due to his versatility.
Although it’s over 10 years since Schlupp last played in the Championship, he has a promotion under his belt, and that experience could be key in helping Rovers finally make the jump into the top six.
They’ve come close in recent years, but have always fallen just shy of the line, but Eustace is determined to make sure that won’t happen again and the addition of Schlupp would certainly aid that quest.
