Following their successful signings of Adam Wharton, Michael Olise, and Ebere Eze, Crystal Palace has now extended an offer for a another Championship standout.
In addition to attracting players like Sam Johnstone to Selhurst Park from the Championship in recent times—on a free transfer, no less—Dougie Freedman has made it his specialty to scour England’s second division.
Crystal Palace is now trying to add another talented Championship player.
Crystal Palace extends an offer to Jaden Philogene.
Now, according to Fabrizio Romano, Hull City No. 23 Jaden Philogene has received a proposal from Crystal Palace.
Surprisingly, the dependable Italian journalist asserts that the England U21 international has turned down a transfer to Barcelona in favor of joining the Premier League.
Philogene has received bids from Ipswich Town and Everton as well, and Romano reports that the 22-year-old is anticipated to make a choice shortly.
The winger, who was born in Hammersmith, was excellent for the Tigers last season. In 32 Championship games, he scored 12 goals and had six assists, including what may have been the Puskas-winning goal against Rotherham.
Hull City’s owner, Acun Ilicali, previously stated that he believes Philogene is worth £30 million, telling the Turkish news source Sabah, “This will be our policy.” Similar to how Real Madrid acquired Arda Guler. Jaden Philogene cost us £5 million, but now it’s £30 million.
An England U21 player might take Michael Olise’s spot.
Olise is one of the most gifted players in Europe, but Philogene, a forward who is joining Bayern Munich, is also a crafty player with the ability to unnerve opponents.
Building on the goal he scored against Rotherham, the Londoner twisted and turned his way into the area and finished with a spectacular rabona that tucked into the upper left corner.
In addition to having flashy moments, Philogene is the kind of prolific dribbler that Palace supporters want to see. In the Championship last season, he averaged 2.7 successful dribbles per game.
To compare, Olise recorded 2.1 successful dribbles per game in the Premier League last term.
Be sure to keep an eye on this situation, as Philogene is expected to make a decision on his future soon.
