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Keep or sell? De Boer has a massive decision to make on these 2 particular Palace players

Crystal Palace supporters in the Transfer Tavern are still in a joyous mood following the appointment of Frank De Boer.

A new era has begun at the South London side, the announcement of their first ever foreign manager signals a change of attitude – one that Eagles supporters hope will bring success and longevity.

Palace have been linked with a whole host of names since the 47-year-old’s arrival, in particular from the Eredivisie, yet incomings won’t be the only area of focus for the Eagles’ newly-appointed manager.

He’ll have to evaluate the options available to him and undertake difficult choices.

Our landlord has taken a look at TWO players that De Boer has a decision to make on whether to keep or sell this summer….

Connor Wickham

The Englishman’s progress as a Crystal Palace player was thwarted following a serious knee injury against Swansea in November; now Frank De Boer faces a big decision as to whether he should keep the 24-year-old at Palace this Summer.

When Wickham left Ipswich as a teenager to join Sunderland, he was dubbed as one of the most enticing English prospects, preordained for greatness.

However, his career hasn’t progressed as many would have expected and the Englishman has failed to reach double figures in a season throughout the entirety of his professional career.

At the age of 24, many would expect the striker to begin showing his best form, yet injury serves as yet another hindrance to his development.

While many areas of Wickham’s play require refinements such as his ball retention and passing, it is easy to disregard his contributions.

His involvement in Sunderland’s great escape in 2013/14 adequately demonstrates how crucial his contribution can prove to be.

Our landlord believes that De Boer should keep the striker at Palace this Summer and use him as a utility player, providing competition to Benteke.

Bakary Sako

This is a player who’s been left to regress on the periphery of Crystal Palace’s first-team.

The 29-year-old was Wolves’ best player when he completed the move to South London, scoring a magnificent tally of 38 goals in 124 games.

Renowned for his adroit dribbling ability and threatening long-range efforts, it appeared that Palace had signed a quality winger.

However, his career hasn’t progressed in accordance with the club’s intentions.

Having scored a disappointing total of two goals in 23 appearances in the 2015/16 season, Sako only managed to make eight appearances for the club last season, seven of which were substitute appearances in the league.

While it’s vitally important to acknowledge that injuries have stemmed his development, the Mali international is of an age where he should reach the heights of his footballing prowess.

Our landlord believes the most sensible option is to sell the winger while the club can still amass a decent transfer fee.

Palace fans, what are your thoughts? Let us know!

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