According to TeamTalk, the two clubs have made an approach to sign the Croatian wonderkid, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done.
Baturina has done quite well for Dinamo Zagreb, and he has 18 goal contributions this season. The player is reportedly valued at €25 million, and Crystal Palace and Newcastle have the finances to get the deal done. Crystal Palace need more creativity on the side, especially with Eberechi Eze expected to move on in the summer.
The 26-year-old has been linked with a move away from Crystal Palace in the summer. It will be interesting to see if Crystal Palace can get a deal done for the 22-year-old. He could be a solid long-term investment for the Eagles.
The opportunity to play in the Premier League will be quite exciting for the player, and regular football in England could accelerate his development and help him fulfil his potential.
Meanwhile, Newcastle have made an approach to sign the player as well. They have done quite well this season, and they have won the English League Cup. They will hope to secure Champions League qualification for the next season, and they need more depth on the side. The Croatian could prove to be a solid long-term acquisition. The reported asking price is quite reasonable, and he could easily justify the investment for Newcastle if he joins the club.
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace will compete in the UEFA Europa League after winning the FA Cup this season. Both clubs will be attractive destinations for the young midfielder, and it remains to be seen where he ends up.
The player is highly rated across Europe, and he has a bright future ahead of himself. If Crystal Palace and Newcastle can nurture him properly, they could have an indispensable asset on their hands for the future.
It will be interesting to see how the situation develops over the next few weeks.
