Crystal Palace Sign United States Prospect Gozo
Crystal Palace have signed forward Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake for a reported $15m (£11.1m). The 19-year-old has signed a five-year deal with Palace, subject to international clearance.
What happened?
Zavier Gozo, a 19-year-old forward from the United States, has joined Crystal Palace from Real Salt Lake. He has signed a five-year deal with Palace, subject to international clearance.
Why it matters for Crystal Palace
Gozo's signing is a significant boost for Palace, who are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The 19-year-old has already made a name for himself in Major League Soccer, scoring six goals and making four assists in RSL's first 16 league games of the year.
What comes next?
Palace start their Premier League season under new head coach Pierre Sage on Saturday at Everton (15:00 BST). Gozo is expected to be part of the squad for the match, but it remains to be seen how he will fit into the team's plans.
Crystal Palace are currently 15th in the Premier League table, with 45 points from 38 games. They have scored 41 goals and conceded 51, with a goal difference of -10. They are 40 points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race.
Gozo becomes Palace's sixth signing of the summer transfer window, following Oscar Mingueza, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Dwight McNeil, Evann Guessand and Anan Khalaili. He has been capped by the United States at every level up to under-23s.
The Utah-born prospect has been in high demand, with several clubs interested in signing him. However, Palace have managed to secure his services, and he is expected to be a key player for the club in the coming season.
League standing
Crystal Palace are currently 15th in the Premier League table, with 45 points from 38 games. They have scored 41 goals and conceded 51, with a goal difference of -10. They are 40 points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race.
Next fixture
Palace's next fixture is against Coventry at home on February 6, 2027.
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