"At 25, Larsen is viewed as a striker entering his prime and someone capable of spearheading Palace's attack immediately. Despite Wolves' struggles near the foot of the Premier League table, the Norway international remains highly regarded across the league. He has not started a league match for Wolves since the 2-0 defeat to Brentford on December 20, but that absence is seen more as a reflection of Wolves' tactical upheaval than a drop in his value."
"Notably, Wolves rejected two bids from Newcastle United last year, the most recent of which was believed to total 55 million, showing just how highly they rate the striker. Palace's agreed package of 45m plus add-ons reflects both the urgency of the situation and the club's belief that Larsen can be a long-term solution. Sources close to the deal suggest Palace see him as a more rounded"
Crystal Palace have agreed a club-to-club transfer to sign Jørgen Strand Larsen from Wolverhampton Wanderers for £45m plus £5m in add-ons, with agent Jorge Mendes central to negotiations. The move is linked to Jean-Philippe Mateta informing the club of his desire to leave before the deadline, prompting Palace to secure a high-profile replacement. Larsen, 25, is seen as entering his prime and capable of leading Palace's attack immediately despite a recent lack of starts at Wolves. Wolves previously rejected sizable bids for Larsen, underlining his strong valuation and Premier League reputation.
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