Palace tie down De Silva

Wednesday 23 May 2012 17:30, UK

Crystal Palace youngster Kyle De Silva has expressed his delight after signing a new contract at the club.

Championship side up talented teenager on new deal

Crystal Palace youngster Kyle De Silva has expressed his delight after signing a new long-term contract at the club. The 18-year-old has been handed a three-year deal with the option of a further year after breaking into the first team this term and making seven appearances. De Silva is a product of the club's thriving youth system and made his debut against Derby earlier this year in the FA Cup.

Experiences

He told the club's official website: "This is the club I supported as a boy so I was delighted to sign. "I didn't really expect to make as many appearances as I did last season, I was training (with the first team) since Christmas so I got comfortable by the time I made those appearances. "To start against Reading and Southampton were good experiences because they both got promoted. "Now the aim is that first goal, trying to nail down a regular spot and (keep) working hard."

Around Sky

Other Sports

Upgrade to Sky Sports