Crystal Palace sensation Caleb Kporha, aged 18, appears set to depart on a free transfer after rejecting a contract renewal amid European interest.
Fotnet24.net reports that contract talks at Crystal Palace collapsed, leaving the 18-year-old star with no future at the club.
He spent most of the season on the bench but made his Premier League debut against Fulham at Selhurst Park. In December, he earned his first senior start during a 3-2 Carabao Cup defeat to Arsenal.
European clubs from Germany and France show strong interest in the talented right-back. They plan to secure him on a free transfer once his current deal expires.
Reports indicate that academy prospect Jesse Derry also declined a contract offer. Top European clubs—including Bayern Munich, Juventus, PSG, and Atletico Madrid—have begun monitoring his progress.
Crystal Palace coach Oliver Glasner lauded Kporha’s relentless training and rapid improvement. He believes that the right moment will see the young full-back earn more game time.
Kporha aims for regular first-team football and a clear path to the starting lineup. Palace efforts to renew his contract fell short of matching his ambitions.
Meanwhile, Palace faces challenges off the pitch as key figures may depart. Sporting director Dougie Freedman recently left for an overseas role, intensifying the club’s issues. Stay updated exclusively on fotnet24.net for more breaking news.
