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Palace sign Khalaili from Union Saint-Gilloise

Crystal Palace sign Israel international Ana Khalaili on a deal which runs until 2031.

Palace sign Khalaili from Union Saint-Gilloise

Crystal Palace has signed Israeli footballer Anan Khalaili on a contract running until 2031. The club has reportedly paid a £21 million transfer fee for the 21-year-old midfielder, who can operate as either a full-back or winger. Khalaili joins Union Saint-Gilloise, where he contributed to the team's first Belgian Pro League title in 90 years and a Belgian Cup in 2024.

The young player will bring European experience to Palace's Europa League campaign, having netted three goals from six last season in the Champions League. Khalaili expressed his excitement about the move, stating that he has followed Crystal Palace for a long time and that the club's recent success has made him eager to contribute further.

Khalaili is the fifth signing for Pierre Sage's side, following the arrivals of defenders Takehiro Tomiyasu and Oscar Mingueza on free transfers, Dwight McNeil in exchange for Brennan Johnson and Evann Guess, and on a season-long loan from Aston Villa.

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