Malcolm Ebiowei snubbed Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag before signing for Crystal Palace, reports monitored by Megasportsarena.com have confirmed.
The 18-year-old has agreed a deal with Patrick Vieira’s Eagles, who are expected to officially announce the deal shortly, beating off interest from United, Tottenham and French side Monaco.
The promising winger Ebiowei ignored a text from new Red Devils boss ten Hag and several calls from assistant Steve McClaren before putting pen to paper with the south London side
United were interested in the talented teenager amid strong links to Old Trafford they did not fully pursue a move, with Spurs the main rivals for his signature.
But the former Arsenal and Rangers academy star is said have been persuaded by Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman’s ‘personal crusade’ to sign him.
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