Crystal Palace is on the verge of completing the signing of Daichi Kamada, who left AC Milan in 2023 and joined Lazio. Kamada, a 27-year-old Japanese international, is set to join the Eagles on a free transfer after a less-than-stellar season with Lazio. Despite his initial promise, Kamada struggled for consistent game time under Lazio’s management, starting only seven league games out of 28.
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner, who previously worked with Kamada at Eintracht Frankfurt, is eager to reunite with him. Kamada played a pivotal role under Glasner at Frankfurt, contributing significantly to their Europa League victory in 2022. Known for his ability to break lines with incisive passes and his energetic pressing, Kamada is expected to add much-needed creativity and goal-scoring potential to Crystal Palace’s midfield
Kamada has already completed his medical tests and is set to sign a two-year contract with Crystal Palace. This move comes at a crucial time for the club, as they face potential departures of key players like Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise, who are attracting interest from top Premier League clubs
The signing of Kamada represents a strategic move for Crrystal Palace to bolster their squad depth and maintain the momentum gained from their strong finish to the 2023/24 season, where they secured a top-half finish under Glasner’s leadership. The official announcement of Kamada’s signing is expected at the beginning of July, marking a significant acquisition for the club as they prepare for the upcoming Premier League season.