Nigeria Midfielder Impresses Off the Bench and Secures Loan Stay.

Christantus Uche

Crystal Palace have decided to keep Nigerian midfielder Christantus Uche for the rest of the season, reports sportblits.com.

Uche, 22, joined the Eagles on a season-long loan from Getafe on deadline day, with earlier reports suggesting a possible January return. However, Palace have no plans to cancel his loan despite limited minutes.

The midfielder impressed off the bench in Palace’s 2-1 win over Fulham, and he is eager to remain at Selhurst Park. Uche is expected to feature more regularly during the busy festive period, as he is not expected to join Nigeria for AFCON 2025. He has made five league appearances for Palace so far.