Official! Crystal Palace seal €20m signing of Dutch midfielder Quinten Timber
Crystal Palace has completed a major midfield coup ahead of the transfer deadline.
Details: Crystal Palace has officially confirmed the signing of Netherlands international midfielder Quinten Timber from Marseille. The London club completed the permanent transfer for an agreed fee of €20 million, securing the Dutch playmaker on a long-term contract.
The 25-year-old Dutch midfielder moves to Selhurst Park after a notable spell in Ligue 1 with Marseille, where his tactical intelligence and box-to-box dynamism caught the attention of Premier League suitors.
Crystal Palace viewed Timber as an essential priority to inject commanding presence and ball progression into their midfield setup for the current campaign.
It is worth noting that according to Transfermarkt, the 25-year-old Netherlands international's current market value stands at €28 million.
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