Crystal Palace have decided to re-enter the race for Queens Park Rangers striker Charlie Austin, the Mirror reported.

Palace have renewed their interest in Austin
Palace have renewed their interest in Austin

An earlier offer was turned down by the Hoops after the Eagles refused to meet the asking price and, even though the valuation has not changed, the Premier League club are willing to engage in fresh talks.

The much-coveted striker has been linked to a host of top-flight clubs, but the West London outfit insist that they will not give up the player unless the £15 million they are asking for is offered.

Norwich City were the latest to be priced out of a bid, while Bournemouth and Newcastle United are still monitoring the situation.

The 26-year-old scored twice in the 4-2 victory over Rotherham United on Saturday, and manager Chris Ramsey expressed his hope that his hitman will commit himself to the club and focus on an instant return to the Premier League.

"I hope he stays. No one has given us any indication that we are going to lose him," Ramsey told BBC Sport after the game.

"Ambition is a big thing. When you're a footballer you want to play at the highest level you can and there are the Euros coming up.

"But England boss Roy Hodgson has played players from the Championship before. Charlie might be better off staying here and scoring a hatful of goals.

"We hope he ends up staying here, scoring another 20 goals and possibly getting his move next season".

It is believed that Austin does not want to spend this season in the Championship, even though he has not indicated that he does not want to play for QPR.

But with the transfer window drawing to a close, it will be a week of anticipation at Loftus Road and a last-minute snatch cannot be ruled out.

QPR fans... What do you think? Can you keep hold of Austin? How much would you be willing to sell him for? Let us know your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!