The France international midfielder reunites with
former Newcastle manager Alan Pardew as the Eagles pay just over £10
million to bring him back to the Premier League
Crystal Palace have confirmed the signing of France international midfielder Yohan Cabaye from Paris Saint-Germain on a three-year deal.
Goal understands that the Eagles have paid a fee in excess of £10 million to reunite boss Alan Pardew which the man whom he managed for a spell at Newcastle.
"I'm happy to be here," Cabaye told the club's official website. "I’ve been waiting for the decision, had the medical and now I can't wait to focus on my new team, a new season and my new life.
"I wanted to come and play for Palace because there are some really strong players here. They finished very well last season and I think they can compete to get into the top eight.
"I also know the gaffer and have worked with him before and I'm confident with him. I want to do my best for him because he's made a big effort to get me to come here."
The midfielder spent three years under Pardew at St James's Park, during which time he became one of the Premier League's most highly-rated midfielders.
His form persuaded PSG to part with nearly £20m to sign him in early 2014 but, 18 months on, they have taken a sizeable hit on their investment.
His form persuaded PSG to part with nearly £20m to sign him in early 2014 but, 18 months on, they have taken a sizeable hit on their investment.
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