Last update on. From the section Crystal PalaceAndersen was a Fulham player last season 31 times, scoring onceCrystal Palace has signed Joachim Andersen, Denmark's defender, to a five year contract with Lyon.The Fulham captain, at 25 years old, spent last season on loan.The unspecified fee, reported to be around 20m, has entailed his joining the Premier League side.Andersen, centre-back, said that he was extremely proud to join Crystal Palace."And to be playing for the best football league in the world."The club management and Patrick Vieira gave me strong assurances that they are aware of my strengths, believe in me, and want me to play a significant role in the team."Andersen was part the Denmark team that reached the semi-finals at Euro 2020.Manager Vieira has signed the defender as his fourth signing of summer after Remi Matthews, a former Sunderland goalkeeper, and Marc Guehi, a Chelsea defender.Vieira, 45 an ex-Arsenal midfielder, was appointed Palace manager in July after Roy Hodgson decided to retire at the close of the last season.All the latest news about football transfers can be found on this dedicated page.
