There had been talk of a possible swap deal involving Steven Pienarr, but Everton made it clear on Tuesday they were not interested in allowing the South African midfielder to move on despite the fact he is in the last year of his contract.
That leaves any move for Crouch down to just a cash deal and with financial restraints hindering David Moyes in the transfer market he is unwilling or unable, or both, to consider paying £10m for Crouch.
Hoffenheim have confirmed Kerem Demirbay has put pen-to-paper on a new contract until 2022.
Bournemouth are reportedly one of two Premier League clubs tracking the progress of Egypt international Mahmoud Hassan.
Brighton goalkeeper Mathew Ryan insists his side need to learn their lessons from the defeat to Leicester when they play Huddersfield.
Samuel Umtiti believes he demonstrated his love for Barcelona in his celebration of their second goal in Wednesday's 4-1 win over Roma.
West Brom are said to be seriously looking into the possibility of offering Michael Appleton their vacant managerial position.
Chris Hughton says Ezequiel Schelotto is his current right-back having proven he is capable of adapting his game to Brighton's needs.
Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola both agree their Champions League quarter-final is far from over despite the Reds 3-0 first-leg lead.
Kevin Trapp's Paris Saint-Germain future will reportedly hinge on the managerial situation at the club.
Lloyd Sam could make his AFC Wimbledon debut in Saturday's home League One clash with Scunthorpe.
Javier Hernandez says he 'cannot guarantee anything' when it comes to his West Ham United future.