It is a testament to Mile Jedinak's leadership qualities that when former teammates speak about him, they do so in glowing terms that highlight his qualities as a person and a player.
For most Crystal Palace fans, Jedinak has been an iconic leader -- up there with greats like Jim Cannon and Geoff Thomas -- as an establishing force in the side. It might also be why his current manager feels it's time for him to move on.
The Australia international arrived at Palace in 2011 with the club in serious transition. It had recently been brought out of administration by the CPFC2010 consortium and striking legend Dougie Freedman was tasked with managing a side that struggled under previous manager George Burley.