Crystal Palace May Witness a Surprise Return of £106,000-a-week Player

Despite departing Selhurst Park in July 2023, Wilfried Zaha, who earned £106,000 per week, is rumored to make a surprising comeback to Crystal Palace this summer. The Ivory Coast international left SE25 after his contract expired, opting to join Galatasaray to fulfill his dream of playing in the UEFA Champions League. However, football journalist Bailey speculates that another chapter in Zaha’s career might unfold at Crystal Palace.

Bailey expressed, “He has played Champions League football now. That’s a box ticked in his career. I could see it in the summer, yeah (a return to Crystal Palace). I would be surprised if we don’t see him at Selhurst Park again.”

Zaha, who is considered one of Crystal Palace’s greatest players, left a lasting legacy during his time in south London, making 458 appearances, scoring 90 goals, and providing 76 assists. Despite his successful start at Galatasaray, where he netted seven goals and set up three in 23 appearances under a three-year contract, a potential return to Crystal Palace would be a timely boost for both the player and the fanbase.

The prospect of Zaha’s return, coupled with the anticipation of a new manager’s appointment in the summer, could transform the atmosphere at Crystal Palace. At a time when discontent is growing amid a lackluster campaign under Roy Hodgson, Zaha’s comeback could inject much-needed enthusiasm into the club.