Crystal Palace have won the race to sign Barcelona defender Chadi Riad, from under the noses of several top European sides. It is understood that Bayern Munich and Chelsea were even considering a move, but the Morocco international has opted for a transfer to Selhurst Park in a deal worth around 10 million euros.

​Crystal Palace have won the race to sign Barcelona defender Chadi Riad, from under the noses of several top European sides. It is understood that Bayern Munich and Chelsea were even considering a move, but the Morocco international has opted for a transfer to Selhurst Park in a deal worth around 10 million euros.