Crystal Palace are eyeing a sensational move for AS Roma fullback Ashley Cole. The Daily Mail says Palace manager Neil Warnock has identified a new left back as a top priority when the transfer window reopens in January.

Palace tried to land Cole ahead of the start of the season, prior to Tony Pulis' unexpected departure.

They are ready to revive their interest in the former England star who won 107 caps.

Cole's position at Roma is unclear after being dropped from the starting line-up for the last five matches.

The Chelsea legend spent a hugely successful loan spell at Palace in 2000, making 14 appearances for the club, prior to making his first-team breakthrough at Arsenal.