crystal palace complete deal with fee agreed as medical and formal steps to seal the deal in place

Crystal Palace have secured a significant transfer coup by agreeing to sign 19-year-old French defender Jaydee Canvot from Toulouse for a reported €27 million ($31 million), marking a club-record sale for the Ligue 1 side. The deal, confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, includes an upfront fee of €23 million with €3.5 million in add-ons, and Toulouse retaining a 15% sell-on clause. Canvot is set to undergo a medical and finalize personal terms, with expectations of signing a five-year contract at Selhurst Park. This move positions him as a long-term replacement for Crystal Palace’s captain, Marc Guehi, who is linked with a potential transfer to Liverpool.

Canvot, a versatile France U20 international, broke into Toulouse’s first team last season, making 20 Ligue 1 appearances and showcasing his ability to play as both a centre-back and a holding midfielder. His composure, anticipation, and ball-playing skills have earned him praise, with Get French Football News highlighting him as a prospect to watch. His performances, including a standout display in Toulouse’s win over OGC Nice, attracted interest from several clubs, including Aston Villa, whose earlier bid was rejected. Palace’s swift move outmaneuvered competitors, securing a player with significant potential to develop under manager Oliver Glasner.

The transfer comes at a pivotal time for Crystal Palace, who are preparing for their Europa Conference League campaign after defeating Fredrikstad. With Guehi’s future uncertain—his contract is nearing its final year—Canvot’s arrival strengthens Palace’s defensive depth, complementing their three-centre-back system. The club is also pursuing additional defensive reinforcements, with interest in players like AS Monaco’s Mohammed Salisu and Sporting CP’s Ousmane Diomande, though Canvot’s signing is a clear statement of intent to build for the future.

For Toulouse, the sale of Canvot, who signed his first professional contract in June 2024, helps meet their €40 million transfer revenue target. However, his departure, just days before the transfer window closes, poses challenges for the club, which has started the Ligue 1 season strongly. Canvot’s move to the Premier League represents a significant step in his career, and Palace fans will be eager to see how the “powerful” defender adapts to English football, potentially filling the void left by Guehi.[](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6534333/2025/08/29/jaydee-canvot-crystal-palace-transfer/)[](https://www.getfootballnewsfrance.com/2025/crystal-palace-reach-e27m-agreement-to-sign-toulouse-centre-back-jaydee-canvot/)[](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/football/crystal-palace/news/crystal-palace-agreement-ligue-1-star-one-key-area/8350bb6c8dd79d356b37166b)