Anan Khalaily Signs Record 25 Million Euro Deal with Crystal Palace

Anan Khalaily's transfer from Belgian club Saint-Gilloise to Premier League side Crystal Palace has been finalized, setting a new record for an Israeli player with a transfer fee of 25 million euros. Khalaily has already joined the team's training sessions and is expected to be officially presented by the club during the day. He signed a five-year contract with an option for an additional season at the London club, which will compete in the Europa League next season after winning the Conference League last year. Khalaily will wear the number 25 jersey and has begun signing autographs.

His initial salary is reported to be around 1.5 million pounds per season, excluding bonuses, with planned annual increases. A significant professional development for Khalaily is the expected departure of Colombian national team defender Daniel Muñoz, likely to Chelsea, positioning Khalaily as a leading candidate for a starting role in Crystal Palace's five-player defensive lineup.

Khalaily's move to Crystal Palace follows a previous failed transfer to Inter Milan due to medical examination issues. This time, the English Football Association approved his medical clearance, with an unusual agreement that Khalaily will assume responsibility for any future medical problems.