Sam Allardyce has revealed he is already attempting to recruit his second-choice transfer targets after being frustrated in his attempts to sign players he preferred.
The Crystal Palace manager secured the £12 million arrival of Jeffrey Schlupp from those he first sought, but has since given up on Juventus' Patrice Evra and no longer expects Arsenal's Carl Jenkinson to arrive.
Full-back Jenkinson was unable to agree personal terms regarding a permanent transfer to Selhurst Park, but having inspired Sunderland to safety with his recruitment 12 months ago, Allardyce remains determined to strengthen Palace's squad.
On Saturday his team finally demonstrated greater belief and resilience, despite their 1-0 home defeat by Everton giving the manager a record of just one win from his seven matches in charge.