Crystal Palace intensify talks to sign 18 y/o gem already making waves
Crystal Palace Eye the Future After FA Cup Triumph
Fresh off their historic FA Cup victory, Crystal Palace are looking to ensure their next taste of silverware doesn’t take as long to arrive.
The club is reportedly ramping up efforts to sign a rising young talent who’s already turning heads at just 18 years old.
Parade Planned to Celebrate FA Cup Glory
After pulling off a remarkable upset against Manchester City in the FA Cup final, Crystal Palace have announced plans for an open-top bus parade to celebrate their victory.
The club revealed via their official website that the parade will take place through south London this Monday.
“It’s the day you’ve long been waiting for: Palace’s open-top bus parade will transport your FA Cup-winning heroes, and the historic trophy itself, down the SE25 streets starting at the top of Whitehorse Lane from 12:45,” the statement read.
The route will take the bus down Park Road and Holmesdale Road, lasting around 45 minutes. Fans are encouraged to come out in force to celebrate with Oliver Glasner’s squad and their historic achievement.
Palace Look to Build on Success
While many fans may see this FA Cup win as a once-in-a-generation moment, club chairman Steve Parish and the leadership at Selhurst Park are determined to ensure it marks the beginning of a new era.
Manager Oliver Glasner has earned widespread praise for his transformative work since arriving in south London, and with Palace now set to compete in the Europa League, the ambition is clearly growing.
With European football on offer, Palace are in a strong position to attract emerging talents—and they may now be closing in on one.
Talks Intensify for Young Prospect Bongeli
According to Africa Foot, via Sport Witness, Crystal Palace are stepping up their pursuit of TP Mazembe’s Faveurdi Bongeli.
The 18-year-old midfielder has already made an impression at senior level, starting three of his side’s five CAF Champions League fixtures and notching a win.
Bongeli is on the radar of several clubs, including Fulham and Bundesliga side Borussia Mönchengladbach, but Palace appear keen to win the race for his signature.
Although the teenager is still developing, his performances have made him a player to watch.
That said, it remains uncertain whether he could immediately break into Glasner’s first team. Palace may be taking a risk by signing an unproven young player, but Bongeli’s raw potential makes him a compelling prospect.
With interest growing and decisions looming, the coming months could be pivotal for Bongeli as he considers the next step in his promising career—and whether it will be at Selhurst Park.
