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Crystal Palace new boy Yohan Cabaye: Why I rejected Arsenal and Newcastle move
YOHAN CABAYE admits his relationship with Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew made his Selhurst Park decision an easy one.
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The France international was also linked with a move to Arsenal and a return to Newcastle, where he previously worked with Pardew.
But the 29-year-old midfielder has instead opted to leave Paris Saint-Germain for Palace on a three-year deal, costing a reported £10million.
I know the gaffer and I’m confident with him
He said on the deal: "I wanted to come and play for Palace because there are some really strong players here.
"They finished very well last season and I think they can compete to get into the top eight.
Yohan Cabaye joins Crystal Palace on a three-year deal
"I also know the gaffer and have worked with him before and I’m confident with him.
"I want to do my best for him because he’s made a big effort to get me to come here, as well as the Chairman, so I have to say a big thank you to both of them."
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