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Crystal Palace confirm signing of Anan Khalaili from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise

Crystal Palace have announced the arrival of Anan Khalaili from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. The deal is described as a five-year contract with an option of a further year, with the fee reported at £21 million.

Crystal Palace confirm signing of Anan Khalaili from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise
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Crystal Palace have confirmed the signing of Anan Khalaili from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. The club announcement states the player has joined, with the agreement described as a five-year deal that includes the option of an additional year.

News of it was broken by Ben Jacobs, who reports the fee is £21 million and that the terms are structured as a 5+1 contract. The reporting indicates Palace have committed to a long-term arrangement, while specific financial add-ons or further clauses are not detailed.

While the move itself has been announced by Palace, the valuation and contract structure are drawn from the same reporting. The 5+1 formulation typically reflects an initial five-year term with a club option for a sixth season, offering both security for the player and flexibility for the club at a later date.

Palace have not provided further public details in the material cited. There is no indication in the report of additional conditions beyond the length of contract and headline fee, nor is there information on when the player might first be available for selection.

Khalaili joins from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, with Palace adding to their senior ranks ahead of the new campaign. Any further clarity on the financial breakdown or timelines would be expected to follow from official club channels.

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