'It's extremely aggressive' - Stefan Borson drops '£900m' Crystal Palace takeover verdict

Former Manchester City adviser Stefan Borson says Crystal Palace's £900m valuation is unrealistic given their current 20th-place league position and struggles.

Crystal Palace's owners are exploring a full sale of the club but face significant headwinds in finding a buyer at their £900m asking price, according to former Manchester City financial adviser Stefan Borson.

Borson told Football Insider exclusively that the valuation is "extremely aggressive" and poorly timed, with Palace currently bottom of the Premier League after sacking manager Pierre Sage following 16 games. The club also sits 21st in the Europa League table after four matches, raising serious relegation concerns.

Borson believes Palace should be valued between £750m and £800m to attract genuine interest. He pointed out that Everton, which has a new stadium and sits sixth in the Premier League, is being valued at £1billion by current owner The Friedkin Group, suggesting Palace's asking price significantly exceeds market value for a struggling club.