I think it’s great that SP has said his piece today on sky- it adds some clarity and i think portrays our club in a positive light . I know he has his fair share of critics on here but I think he conducts himself impeccably in the media and articulates/ demonstrates the values and sentiment of Palace really well. I think he deserves credit for that.

Okay - the reality is that players of such talent will want to move onto the big boys at some point - we just have to make sure we maximise the benefit to Palace and savour them while we can…….and wait for Dougie to find the next new superstar in waiting!

COYP

Wharton became a superstar player when he proved himself in the Premier League with us.
He might have been a flop. We don't know how he will progress going forward.

You are right. That is my premise.

Very good interview by Steve Parish. He has made it clear we will not be considering any offer below super star valuation which is what it should be for Guehi. He is yet another rare find by us brilliantly nurtured into a top flight player by us.
During the Euros he emerged as a top global player, with unquestionable super star value. To make it hard for us to say no, the offer would have to start with a seven.
Newcastle need to realise that Steve is being totally realistic and carefully reconsider their offer if they want one of the top defenders in the world.
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Well SP has drawn a line in the sand now, and its Newcastles move. Personally I think other clubs think we are a soft touch after Olise going for the amount he did. That release clause really did for us there and I like the fact that SP is making a stand.

As for Fulham wanting Andersen for 20 million they can just f*** off!

I have not had the opportunity to view the interview, however I am led to believe that Guehi has not been thumping on Steve's door and vociferously requesting a move.

In terms of his ability,someone averred he was one of the "Top defenders in the world".Whilst I recognise his qualities, I do not view him in such exalted company.
Perhaps in time, with greater experience, I will conclude that he has reached such a level.

Edited by Willo (13 Aug 2024 6.55pm)

Parish usually plays his cards fairly close to his chest and it’s not typical for him to give an interview of this nature.

However, information appears to have been drip fed in recent weeks by Newcastle, Guehi’s agent or possibly both.

I think Parish has decided enough is enough and made Palace’s stance clear.
It still looks to be in the negotiation phase if I’m honest.
There’s no outright denial or insistence that Guehi is staying , so the ball is in Newcastle’s court as to whether they increase their bid.

Newcastle have had to resist overtures for Gordon and Isak when the boot has been on the other foot and are well versed in the transfer dance.
Their newly acquired wealth does seem to have given them a sense of entitlement though and I wouldn’t be averse to see them taken down a peg or two.