Crystal Palace Finalize Signings of Ben Chilwell and Quinten Timber After Deadline

Crystal Palace have secured permanent deals for Ben Chilwell and Quinten Timber in a dramatic move submitted just before the transfer deadline. Both signings were confirmed after the official 23:00 BST cutoff through deal sheets, giving manager Pierre Sage fresh options ahead of a tough domestic season.

Late Additions to Strengthen the Squad

The Eagles finalized permanent contracts for England left-back Chilwell and Netherlands midfielder Timber by submitting their paperwork on time to the Premier League. Chilwell returns to Selhurst Park from French side RC Strasbourg, while Timber joins from Marseille on a five-year deal. In addition, Palace brought in Chilean winger Dario Osorio on loan for the season from FC Midtjylland.

Chilwell’s Joy at Returning to London

Following a successful loan spell that included winning the FA Cup in 2025, Chilwell expressed his happiness about rejoining Palace permanently: "It's amazing to be back. It's nice to see some familiar faces, and I'm really excited to get back in, see the boys and the fans, and get going again."

The 29-year-old full-back has earned 21 senior England caps. His career includes spells at Chelsea, Leicester City, and Huddersfield Town before last season's stint in Ligue 1 with Strasbourg.

Timber Adds Midfield Quality and Experience

The arrival of 25-year-old Timber brings technical skill and physicality to Palace’s midfield. The midfielder has made 13 appearances for the Netherlands national team and represented them at this summer’s World Cup. His brother Jurrien plays for Arsenal. Timber's consistent performances for Marseille in European competitions mark this move as a significant step into the Premier League.

Upcoming Fixture and Team Outlook

Palace face Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday, hoping to earn their first points of the season after a rough start. They have lost 2-0 to Everton and suffered a 4-1 defeat against Manchester City. Integrating newcomers Chilwell and Timber quickly will be key for Sage as he aims to stabilize the squad before the upcoming international break.

• Ben Chilwell: Left-back, 29 years old, 21 England caps, returned from Strasbourg.
• Quinten Timber: Midfielder, 25 years old, 13 Netherlands caps, signed from Marseille on a 5-year contract.
• Dario Osorio: Chilean winger, season-long loan from FC Midtjylland.
• Recent Results: Lost 2-0 to Everton, lost 4-1 to Manchester City.
• Next Match: Away vs Fulham at Craven Cottage.