CRYSTAL PALACE AND EVERTON SEAL BRENNAN JOHNSON-DWIGHT MCNEIL SWAP DEAL

Crystal Palace and Everton have completed a straight swap of players, sending defender Brennan Johnson to Everton and midfielder Dwight McNeil to Palace. Both players have signed four‑year contracts with an option for a further 12 months. The deal, announced by both clubs, follows a period of tension after McNeil’s partner accused Palace of affecting his mental health when the defender pulled out of a previous contract offer.

According to Sport | The Guardian, Johnson became Palace’s record signing when he joined from Tottenham in January for £35m, a record later eclipsed by the arrival of Jørgen Strand Larsen from Wolves for an initial £43m. The Guardian also cites a statement that “This is a club that wants to go in the right direction,” reflecting Palace’s intention to reinforce their squad. BBC Sport confirms that the clubs have completed the swap, noting the four‑year terms and the option for a year’s extension.

The exchange marks a rare example of a direct player swap in modern Premier League transfers and is significant for both clubs’ midfield and defensive strategies, especially given Palace’s record‑buy history and Everton’s ongoing search for midfield reinforcement.

• Crystal Palace and Everton swapped Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil.
• Both players signed four‑year contracts with a 12‑month option.
• The move follows a period of controversy over Palace’s handling of McNeil’s mental health concerns.

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