Crystal Palace have secured the £50m signing of Norway striker Jørgen Strand Larsen from Wolves, with the deal also including an option to buy for £5m. The 25-year-old will represent Palace's record signing, surpassing the £35m paid for Brennan Johnson from Tottenham just last month.
The move has raised eyebrows given that Leeds had been heavily linked with a deal for Strand Larsen, but Palace are understood to have emerged as the most serious contenders. Wolves are keen to offload the striker, who has struggled to make an impact since joining the club in a £23m deal last summer.
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are also closing in on the loan signing of Aston Villa winger Evann Guessand, with the club agreeing an option to buy for an undisclosed fee. The Ivory Coast international has had a disappointing spell at Villa and manager Unai Emery is eager to strengthen his attacking options.
The move comes as Palace look to shake up their squad following the departure of Jean-Philippe Mateta, who is set to join Nottingham Forest in a £35m deal. The club will not allow Mateta to leave without signing a replacement, and this deal for Strand Larsen could potentially pave the way for other signings.
In related news, Burnley have signed James Ward-Prowse on loan from West Ham United, with the former Southampton midfielder looking to break David Beckham's Premier League record of 18 goals from direct free-kicks. The loan spell is seen as a positive move for both parties, and will likely be an interesting one to watch in the coming weeks.
The move has raised eyebrows given that Leeds had been heavily linked with a deal for Strand Larsen, but Palace are understood to have emerged as the most serious contenders. Wolves are keen to offload the striker, who has struggled to make an impact since joining the club in a £23m deal last summer.
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are also closing in on the loan signing of Aston Villa winger Evann Guessand, with the club agreeing an option to buy for an undisclosed fee. The Ivory Coast international has had a disappointing spell at Villa and manager Unai Emery is eager to strengthen his attacking options.
The move comes as Palace look to shake up their squad following the departure of Jean-Philippe Mateta, who is set to join Nottingham Forest in a £35m deal. The club will not allow Mateta to leave without signing a replacement, and this deal for Strand Larsen could potentially pave the way for other signings.
In related news, Burnley have signed James Ward-Prowse on loan from West Ham United, with the former Southampton midfielder looking to break David Beckham's Premier League record of 18 goals from direct free-kicks. The loan spell is seen as a positive move for both parties, and will likely be an interesting one to watch in the coming weeks.
So what can we learn from all this transfers drama? I'd say it's that when life gives you setbacks (like struggling to find your place at Wolves), don't give up! Jørgen Strand Larsen got another chance at Crystal Palace, and who knows, he might just shine in a new role. It's also a reminder to be adaptable & flexible - sometimes change is needed to grow 
this is some crazy transfer news! Crystal Palace just splashed out £50m on Jørgen Strand Larsen, that's insane 
like, are they really confident in him? And £35m for Brennan Johnson was a big signing last month, now it seems like Palace are trying to make up for it by shelling out even more cash 
Interesting how Leeds were the other team after him but didn't get the deal 
. I mean, it's not cheap, but if they think he's gonna be a game-changer for the team, I'm all for it! 
️. It feels like no one knows what they're doing anymore 
. And what's up with the loan signings? Are clubs really trying to make a quick exit from these players or is this some kind of clever business move 
they really needed that boost after mateta left tho, now they gotta make sure they don't let the deal for strand larsen fall thru, what if he doesn't even get regular playing time at palace?? 
. £50m might seem like a lot but trust me, it's worth it. The guy's got pace and finishing skills for days 
. Can't wait to see him link up with their midfield playmakers and create some magic on the pitch. 
. also love that palace are looking to strengthen their squad after jean-phippe mateta left... hopefully this signing helps fill the void 
! £50m for Jørgen Strand Larsen is a big splurge, but I think it's a risk worth taking - he's got potential and could bring some much-needed depth to their attacking lineup 
. Burnley getting Ward-Prowse on loan is a solid deal too - it'll be interesting to see him try and break Beckham's record