Crystal Palace have signed Malcolm Ebiowei on a free switch from Derby County.
Ebiowei started his profession initially as a part of Chelsea’s Youth Academy and went on to play for Arsenal and Rangers at Academy degree between 2015-21.
He then joined Derby final season the place he scored as soon as in 15 appearances because the Rams had been relegated from the Championship to League One, together with his solely purpose coming in a 2-0 away win at Blackpool in late April after having made his senior debut two months earlier in its place in opposition to Hull.
Derby’s quick ongoing monetary points in administration nevertheless has resulted in Ebiowei deciding to maneuver on and be a part of Palace.
The 18 year-old nevertheless issued the next assertion to Derby supporters by which he stated: “I’d wish to thank everybody at Derby County for his or her unbelievable assist during the last 12 months or so, and for giving me the chance to indicate what I can do on the sphere, and I’d additionally wish to thank the followers for his or her encouragement particularly given the circumstances of final season.
“As everyone seems to be conscious the scenario may be very unsure at Derby, so it was vital for me to safe my long-term future.”
Ebiowei additionally added that he’s “… extremely excited in regards to the prospect of becoming a member of Palace, as they’ve an unbelievable squad and large potential. I very a lot hope to contribute positively to the workforce this season.”
Palace Chairman, Steve Parish in the meantime is “delighted” to safe Ebiowei and believes that Selhurst Park will likely be “… the most effective place to proceed his improvement, following his spectacular breakthrough into senior soccer in latest months.”
“He’s a extremely coveted younger participant, and we very a lot anticipate to offer a platform for him to flourish on the highest degree.”
Derby who are actually underneath interim administration of Liam Rosenior following Wayne Rooney’s departure as supervisor in the meantime issued the next assertion on Ebiowei’s exit: “Derby County want to place on document its because of Malcolm for his efforts and need him each success sooner or later.”