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Crystal Palace Fend Off Interest From Chelsea and Arsenal to Sign Nigerian Starlet

Crystal Palace have reportedly completed the signing of 14-year-old Nigerian starlet Jesse Nwabueze, after fending off interest from Premier League giants Chelsea and Arsenal.

According to allnigeriasoccer.com, the Nigerian youngster has signed a two year deal at Selhurst Park, following trial periods at both Arsenal and Chelsea.

The Nigerian youngster is said to have impressed Chelsea scouts during an in-house match at their Cobham training centre; while Arsenal were keen to sign the youngster following a brilliant performance during a youth team game against Barnet.

Jesse Nwabueze however, was finally poached by Crystal Palace following a series of impressive performances in trial games.