Mathieu Flamini signs for Crystal Palace on a free transfer until the end of the season after successful medical
MATHIEU FLAMINI has signed for Crystal Palace on a free transfer until the end of the season.
The Frenchman, 32, was free agent since leaving being released by Arsenal in the summer.
Palace announced the signing of Mathieu Flamini this morning to bolster their midfield IMAGE: Twitter @CPFC
Palace had left a space free in their 25-man Premier League squad for the former AC milan midfielder.
Despite the transfer window being shut, Flamini was available to sign – with Palace boss Alan Pardew previously revealing he has twice met him for discussions about a move.
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Flamini spent seven years at the Emirates, spanning two spells, but has been hampered by a series of injuries over the last few seasons.
During his seven seasons with Arsene Wenger’s side, he helped win three FA Cups and reach the 2006 UEFA Champions League final.
He also spent five years in Milan where he won the 2011 league and has won three caps for France.
The Eagles confirmed the arrival of Mathieu Flamini who played for Arsenal for seven years
Flamini spent five years at Milan before returning to Arsenal
Flamini made 246 appearances in total for the Gunners in all competitions, scoring 13 goals in the process.
He said: “Crystal Palace is a very ambitious club with great players and I am looking forward to being part of that squad.
“It is a very interesting challenge for me and I am very excited to be here. I have had chance to discuss the move here with Alan Pardew and he really helped me make my decision.”
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