- Crystal Palace have officially announced the signing of Romain Esse from Milwall
- The 19-year-old reportedly joined for £14.5million on a five-and-a-half-year deal.
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Crystal Palace have agreed a deal to sign Romain Esse from Millwall, according to an official announcement from the club.
The 19-year-old winger had been scouted several times this season by Eagles sporting director Dougie Freedman.
He had also attracted interest from other Premier League clubs before signing a five-and-a-half-year deal with the Eagles.
MailSport previously reported that Palace were closing in on a £14.5million deal for Esse.
The initial transfer fee is now believed to be £12m, rising to the aforementioned £14.5m with possible add-ons, according to multiple reports.
The England under-20 international, who has made 23 Championship appearances for Alex Neil's side this season, will join a Palace team on a strong run of form.
England under-20 winger Romain Esse has joined Crystal Palace for £14.5m from Milwall
The 19-year-old revealed he is excited to be joining Palace's “good project” under Oliver Glasner.
Oliver Glasner's side have lost just one of their last 10 Premier League games as they have moved clear of the relegation zone in recent weeks, now eight points clear.
Palace Club Chairman Steve Parish said: “We are delighted to welcome Romain to Crystal Palace and look forward to working with him to continue his impressive progress to date.”
“Romain is the type of player who gets crowds out of their seats, the type of player long associated with South London and Crystal Palace Football Club, and everyone at the club hopes to see him shine on the pitch and develop your exciting potential.'
Meanwhile, after signing his deal, Esse said: “I'm very excited to be here.” “It's a good project and a good opportunity, so I can't wait to get started.”
He will be available for selection for Palace's clash against Brentford on January 26 and will wear the number 21 shirt.
The teenager born in Lambeth began his career in the Millwall youth academy, before making his debut with the Lions in 2022, at just 17 years old.
After earning a more regular place in the starting XI in the second half of last season, Esse started all but one of Millwall's Championship matches in 2024-25.
He has scored five goals and provided one assist in all competitions this season.