Crystal Palace have given their verdict on how they believe midfielder Malachi Boateng is doing at Dundee United.
Roy Hodgson decided that Malachi Boateng, 21, would be loaned out from Selhurst Park last summer in a bid for the academy graduate to get more first-team football away from the London club.
Dundee United came forward and signed the midfielder, who has been described as a ‘technician’ by the boss of the Scottish side Tony Docherty and Boateng has impressed so far.
His ultimate dream looks to be breaking into the Palace first team and if he carries on performing as well as he has done for the Scottish side, chances in the Eagles squad may not be too far away.
Boateng claims that Palace are pleased with his performance in Scotland and that he wants to help Dundee move up the league in order to finish in the top six.
Boateng told The Courier, “Crystal Palace seem happy, they want me to get experience and get games under my belt.” “My goal is to become familiar with the elite level of men’s tennis here.”
I’m hoping to advocate for a spot down there when I return, but for now, I just want to enjoy being here. Palace contacts me to inquire about how I’m doing; they merely discuss games and my relationship with them.
The midfielder is eager to get into the Palace first squad by any means, as seen by his interview with the Scottish publication. If he continues to play at such a high level, he might have the opportunity soon.
Palace’s difficulties in the middle
It’s no secret that Hodgson’s team has had numerous injury problems this year, with their midfield problems being especially significant.
A few weeks ago, after Palace’s loss to Luton Town, Cheick Doucoure suffered an Achilles injury that appears to have sidelined him for the remainder of the season.
Achilles issues can hinder a player’s comeback, therefore you question if Boateng will have an opportunity once he
