Official : Former Golden Eaglets invitee joins Crystal Palace wef July 1, 2022

Through a statement on their official website, Crystal Palace have announced that they have agreed terms with former Golden Eaglets invitee Malcolm Ebiowei.

The 18-year-old will join Patrick Vieira's squad on July 1, 2022 upon the expiry of his contract with League One outfit Derby County.

Ebiowei has signed a five-year deal that will keep him at Selhurst Park until the end of the 2026-2027 season.

He scored one goal and registered two assists in sixteen Championship appearances for Derby County after his promotion to their first team, a reward for his impressive displays for the academy teams.

In nine outings across all competitions for Derby County youth teams, he notched ten goals including hat-tricks against Leeds United and Chelsea.

Speaking after the deal was announced, Ebiowei told Palace's official website : "I'm incredibly excited about the prospect of joining Palace, as they have an incredible squad and huge potential.

"I very much hope to contribute positively to the team this season."

Ebiowei played for the academy teams of Chelsea, Arsenal and Glasgow Rangers before joining Derby County last September.

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