Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says he is 'astounded' by lack of Eze interest

Window Negotiations: A Difficult but Necessary Decision

As the transfer window came to a close, the football world was left wondering how things could have played out so differently. In this exclusive interview, our club’s owner shares his thoughts on the recent deals, the challenges faced, and the decisions made.

A Shift in Priorities

"We thought we would be more likely to lose Mark [Michael’s brother] in the beginning," our owner begins. "We got the bid that we got for Y, and we felt that we needed to do something rather than not in that area. There were other things that we needed to do, and we accepted that bid, which made it difficult to sell both of our starting center backs."

Challenges and Uncertainties

"The circumstances changed with Chad’s injury, which left us very light. It became impossible for us to consider selling both Michael and [Y] at that point." Our owner emphasizes the difficulty of balancing the needs of the club with the desires of individual players. "We need to make sure we’re secure, then try to build a squad that can push on up the league. Of course, we aspire to play in Europe, but sometimes you just don’t get a deal done."

Managing Expectations

"Our goal is to be a destination club, where players want to come and play. We want to be selling into the top clubs or to clubs like Newcastle, who have great aspirations. We have to manage all of those things and make sure the club comes first." Our owner highlights the importance of being a pathway to the top clubs, acknowledging that the current squad needs to grow and develop.

Laying a Marker

"The performance Michael gave on Sunday was outstanding, and it’s a testament to the type of player he is. We’re proud to have him as part of our club, and we hope to keep him here for a while longer." Our owner is candid about the surprise at not losing both Michael and [Y] in the same window, but emphasizes the benefits for the club.

Looking Ahead

"We understand that maybe someone will come in and make a bid for [Y] in the future. We’ll be watching Michael’s progress with interest, and we’re proud to have players moving to top clubs like Bayern Munich." Our owner concludes by reiterating the club’s aspirations and commitment to developing a squad that can thrive in the Premier League and beyond.

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