Former Charlton Athletic trialist ‘signs’ for Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace are reportedly set to sign defender Chris Francis.

Charlton Athletic had the former AFC Bournemouth centre-back on trial at the start of pre-season with the 20-year-old playing 45 minutes in a friendly at Welling United.

Journalist Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Francis has agreed a deal with the Eagles until 2025.

He added that Francis passed a medical on Friday and that Palace beat Sheffield United to the player’s signature.

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