QPR and Millwall January target made free agent by Premier League club

Crystal Palace star Jeffrey Schlupp has been released by the club after eight-and-a-half years at Selhurst Park, marking the end of an era for the former Premier League winner.

The versatile defender and midfielder had fallen out of favour under Oliver Glasner and was sent on loan to Celtic in January after weeks of transfer speculation over his future. At that time, several Championship clubs were linked with the 32-year-old, including London sides QPR and Millwall.

The Eagles have confirmed that Schlupp will not extend his contract with the club and is set to leave as a free agent after making 247 appearances from the side. He initially joined from Leicester City in January 2017, having won the Premier League with the Foxes in 2016.

Jeffrey Schlupp to leave Crystal Palace

Schlupp told the club website: "It's been an incredible eight years playing for this club. I've met some great people – the Chairman, the gaffer, and all the staff I've met over the years – and it's meant a lot to have played for Crystal Palace. A big 'thank you' to this group, who have achieved something so special.

"You ask anybody about the Palace fans, and they know about the atmosphere that they create, and the amount of times they've pulled us through in difficult times. They've been our 12th man – so thank you to all the fans who have always supported me. Hopefully I've done you proud. I'll definitely see you again soon."

Chairman Steve Parish added: "Across nine separate seasons with Crystal Palace, Jeffrey has made many an important contribution to the Football Club – and scored some incredible goals!

“Whatever has been asked of him – whatever the role, whenever the time – he has given his utmost to, and it speaks volumes that he has made such a great impression in different systems and under different managers. Successful squads are built on players of Jeffrey’s calibre and character, and we have much to thank him for as he moves on from SE25. He leaves with our heartfelt gratitude, and the very best wishes of everyone at Crystal Palace."

Schlupp subject of Championship interest in January

Schlupp won the Scottish Premiership with Celtic during his short stint in Glasgow this year. The midfielder made 18 appearances under Brendan Rodgers, scoring one goal and picking up one assist.

In January, TBR Football carried reports of Millwall interest in the player while transfer specialist Alan Nixon had named QPR as one of the sides also looking at a loan move. Coventry City were also named as potential suitors and all of those clubs may have had their heads turned by news that the player will be available on a free transfer.

Schlupp has Championship experience with 66 appearances in the second tier. Those outings came while at Leicester City between 2010 and 2014 with the star scoring six and assisting two. He won the Championship with the Foxes in 2014.

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