Jordan Ayew Reveals Why He Switched To Crystal Palace

Ghana international, Jordan Ayew has disclosed why joined Crystal Palace on Transfer Deadline Day on Thursday evening.

Ayew signed a season-long loan deal at Selhurst Park after passing a mandatory a medical at the club.

Earlier this week, the 26-year-old refused to train to force through a move to London, to join the Eagles.

Liverpool, Fulham and Celtic expressed interest in the Ghana international before the summer shut down in England.

Speaking about his move, he said: “The manager, chairman and sporting director all made an effort for me to be here today, so I have to thank them. I am looking forward to playing with the boys and meet the fans, and hopefully, it’ll be a good season.

“I chose to come to Palace to continue improving. It’s a step up for me and I’m ready for the challenge and to get to where I think I can get to.”

Beginning his career with Marseille, Ayew was a part of the squad that won the Ligue 1 title in 2010 as well as three successive League Cups, and would also have spells with Sochaux and Lorient before arriving in England at Villa in 2015.