Crystal Palace: Millwall winger Romain Esse signs on deal until 2030
Crystal Palace have completed the signing of Millwall teenage winger Roman Esse on a five-and-a-half-year contract.
The 19-year-old Lions academy graduate, who has represented England at Under-18, U19 and U20 level, joins report, external The fee is £12m and could rise to £14.5m with add-ons.
On January 26, 2022, Ethiopia, who was only 17 years old, made his first appearance for Millwall. He scored seven goals in 66 games.
Announcing the Eagles’ first signing of the January transfer window, Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish said: “Roman is the kind of player who brings the crowds to their feet – the kind of player who has long been associated with south London and Crystal Palace. The football club is connected.”
“Everyone at the club is looking forward to seeing him shine on the pitch and fulfill his exciting potential.”
Lambeth-born Esse has scored five goals for Millwall this season, his last coming in a 2-1 Championship defeat at Norwich on Boxing Day.
Millwall boss Alex Neil left the youngster out of Monday’s 3-0 FA Cup win over Dagenham and Redbridge. call for resolution Transfer rumors abound over Ethiopia’s future.
The Palace finally confirmed the deal on Saturday after Ethiopia completed a medical.
“I’m excited to be here. It’s a great program and a great opportunity, so I can’t wait to get started,” Esai told Palace.com., external
Oliver Glasner’s Palace face West Ham United on Saturday (15:00 GMT), having topped the Premier League table with last weekend’s 2-0 win over Leicester City 15th, 8 points ahead of the relegation zone. .
