Paul merson tears into ONE Crytal Palace star who was the bad egg behind the team.

Paul Merson, the former Arsenal midfielder and current Sky Sports pundit, has launched a scathing attack on Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha. Merson believes that Zaha was the “bad egg” behind the team’s struggles last season.

Merson’s criticism of Zaha came after Palace’s disappointing campaign, which saw them finish 12th in the Premier League. The Eagles were expected to challenge for a European spot, but their inconsistent form and lack of cohesion ultimately cost them.

According to Merson, Zaha’s attitude and behavior were major factors in Palace’s underwhelming season. “Zaha’s a top player, but he’s a bad egg,” Merson said on Sky Sports. “He’s a player who, when things aren’t going his way, he throws his toys out of the pram.

“He’s a player who, when the team’s not winning, he doesn’t run around and try to make things happen. He just doesn’t do it. And that’s not good enough for a player of his quality.”

Merson’s comments sparked a heated debate among Palace fans, with some defending Zaha’s commitment and work rate, while others agreed with Merson’s assessment. However, it’s worth noting that Zaha has been Palace’s most influential player in recent seasons, scoring crucial goals and providing assists for his teammates.

Despite this, Merson remains unconvinced by Zaha’s overall contribution to the team. “I think Palace would be better off without him,” Merson said. “I think they’d be a more balanced team, a more hard-working team. Because when Zaha doesn’t fancy it, he doesn’t fancy it. And that’s not good enough.”

Merson’s criticism of Zaha has raised questions about the player’s future at Selhurst Park. With Palace looking to rebuild and improve their squad, it remains to be seen whether Zaha will be part of their plans. One thing is certain, however: Merson’s comments have ignited a fierce debate about Zaha’s role in the Palace team.