Crystal Palace have landed their Eberechi Eze replacement with Villarreal winger Yeremy Pino agreeing a long-term deal at Selhurst Park.
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the move is done: a €30m fixed fee plus add-ons has been verbally agreed between all parties. The 22-year-old winger has already said “yes” to Palace after talks accelerated following Eze’s big-money sale to Arsenal.
Pino, one of La Liga’s brightest attacking talents, played 34 times for Villarreal last season, registering 7 assists, 4 goals and creating 10 big chances. His dribbling, creativity and versatility across the frontline made him a standout option for Oliver Glasner, who had pushed the board to deliver a marquee attacking signing.
Palace fans had feared the worst when Eze left, but the signing of Pino signals real intent to stay competitive in the Premier League.
Why Crystal Palace Wanted Pino
Glasner’s 3-4-3 system relies heavily on wide players driving inside to support the striker. With Eze gone, Palace needed a player who could both create and score from advanced areas.
Pino’s ability to combine direct dribbling with chance creation gives Palace a fresh dynamic. At 22, he also fits the club’s model of investing in young talent with resale potential — but crucially, he arrives ready to contribute immediately.
Yeremy Pino 2024/25 Stats (Villarreal)
| Stat (2024/25) | Yeremy Pino |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 34 |
| Goals | 4 |
| Assists | 7 |
| Key Passes per game | 1.1 |
| Big Chances Created | 10 |
source: sofascore match data – 26 August 2025
The numbers underline why Palace pushed so hard. While not prolific in front of goal, Pino’s creativity stands out, with consistent output in chance creation.
Analyst Verdict
FootballPlace analyst John William believes this is a smart replacement strategy by Palace:
“Eze’s departure could have left Palace exposed, but Yeremy Pino is a clever signing. His chance creation is proven, he presses aggressively, and at 22 he still has major upside. Palace haven’t just patched a hole — they’ve made a statement.”
William added: “For Glasner, it’s about balance. Pino offers energy, technical quality and consistency from wide areas. With Eze already gone, keeping the attack fluid was crucial — this deal does that.”
Key Insights
- Crystal Palace agree €30m fee plus add-ons for Yeremy Pino.
- 22-year-old winger leaves Villarreal after 34 games last season.
- 4 goals, 7 assists, 10 big chances created in 24/25.
- Follows Eberechi Eze’s £ move to Arsenal.
- Oliver Glasner gets marquee attacking signing.
What’s Next
Pino is set to travel for medicals in the coming days before signing a long-term deal at Selhurst Park. Palace hope to announce the transfer officially before the end of the week.
Attention now turns to how quickly Pino can adapt to Glasner’s Premier League demands. With Aston Villa next on Palace’s fixture list, the timing could not be more dramatic.
Will Yeremy Pino prove an upgrade on Eze — or will Palace struggle to replace their talisman?
1 Comment (last comment by Adem)
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By Adem 26 Aug 2025 20:33
actually good move - and a good start to replace Eze. With Glasner and the squad he's building, well done!
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