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After a successful 2018/19 season at Selhurst Park, the Ivory Coast international was keen to move away from Crystal Palace this summer. At one point in the window, Zaha looked certain to join another London club Arsenal.
But, the Eagles’ price-tag of £80m for the 26-year-old proved too hefty for the Gunners as they turned their attention towards Nicolas Pepe. Despite collapsing of the Arsenal move, Everton expressed their interest to sign the versatile striker.
The Toffees submitted a bid of £60m upfront cash plus Cenk Tosun in exchange of the Ivorian but, the Eagles refused to budge from their £80m valuation.
In order to force a move away from Selhurst Park, Wilfried Zaha handed in a transfer request yesterday amid an approach from Everton.
The heart of the matter
Despite Zaha’s efforts to seal his transfer, the Crystal Palace owners decided to keep the forward as no offers matched their valuation. Manager Roy Hodgson confirmed the stance by saying,
What’s next?
Wilfried Zaha’s Crystal Palace side host Everton at Selhurst Park for their opening Premier League clash on Saturday, August 10.
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