Crystal Palace have agreed a deal for young forward Charlie Kirkovic to join Turkish club Karsiyaka. The agreement in principle, reported by Turkish journalist Sinan Engin, involves a package worth more than €20,000 with add-ons and a sell-on clause included for the Premier League side.
Engin broke the news on social media, stating the "White Eagles BC", a reference to Karsiyaka, will secure the player. The move represents a permanent departure for the academy product, who has yet to make a senior appearance for Palace. The club currently sits 13th in the Premier League with three points from their first three matches.
What does the deal include for Palace?
The financial terms are modest but structured to benefit Palace in the future. The initial fee is confirmed to be over €20,000, with additional performance-related bonuses also part of the agreement. Crucially, Palace have negotiated a sell-on clause, entitling them to a percentage of any future transfer fee Karsiyaka receive for Kirkovic. This safeguards the club's investment should the player develop and attract bigger offers later in his career.
Such clauses are common practice for clubs moving on young players, ensuring they share in any potential upside. The deal allows Kirkovic to seek regular first-team football in a competitive environment abroad. For Palace, it simplify the squad while maintaining a financial interest in the player's progress. You can view the current senior squad list on our squad page.
Where does Kirkovic fit in the Palace structure?
Charlie Kirkovic, often nicknamed "Kirk", has been part of Crystal Palace's youth setup. His pathway to the first team at Selhurst Park was blocked by considerable depth in attacking positions. With the senior side having scored four goals this season through contributors like top scorer T. Mitchell, opportunities for academy forwards are limited.
The club's recent form shows a need for consistency, having won one and lost two of their opening league fixtures. Moving a player on allows resources to be focused on other developing talents within the academy structure. It also provides a clear resolution for the player, who can now build his career in a new league. The transaction is a routine piece of squad management as the season progresses.
What is next for Crystal Palace?
Attention now turns immediately back to Premier League action. Palace host Ipswich Town at Selhurst Park on September 12th in a match between two sides separated by just one place in the table. Securing a positive result is important for improving their league position and building momentum.
The team will look to top scorer T. Mitchell, who has two goals in three appearances, to lead the line. Following that match, the schedule continues with a full list of upcoming games you can check on our fixtures page. The Kirkovic deal is concluded as the team prepares for a key home fixture this week.
