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Crystal Palace secures Anan Khalaili in £21.5m transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 7:50 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Crystal Palace secures Anan Khalaili in £21.5m transfer

Summary

Crystal Palace has agreed to sign defender Anan Khalaili from Union Saint-Gilloise for £21.5 million. The deal includes personal terms on a five-year contract. Previously pursued by Inter Milan, Khalaili's transfer fell through due to medical clearance issues. Palace acted quickly to secure him after Nottingham Forest's interest. The club views him as a critical addition to strengthen their squad.

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By the Numbers

•Transfer fee for Khalaili is £21.5 million.
•Contract includes a five-year term with an option.
•Khalaili was previously targeted by Inter Milan.
•Nottingham Forest had shown interest before Palace.
•This move signals Palace's ambitious recruitment strategy.

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7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Crystal Palace win the race to sign talented defender

What they're saying

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Crystal Palace Move Fast for Anan Khalaili in £21.5m Transfer CoupCrystal Palace appear to have moved decisively in the market again, with TeamTalk reporting that the Eagles have won the race for Ana...
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