Originally brought to Arsenal by Arsene Wenger in the summer of 2016, Rob Holding has now made a £4 million switch to Crystal Palace, another contender in the English Premier League.
The 27-year-old stalwart, whose contract was winding down with the Gunners, is hanging up his Arsenal jersey after clocking in 162 matches over a period of seven seasons.
Crystal Palace marks Holding’s fourth summer acquisition, queueing up behind newcomers Jefferson Lerma, Matheus Franca, and Dean Henderson.
“Anticipation’s high; can’t wait to dive in,” Holding proclaimed in an interview for the Crystal Palace website. He went on to add, “Having been an adversary of Crystal Palace for many years, and having experienced the thunderous ambiance of Selhurst Park firsthand, I can’t wait to be on the team that actually gets the crowd roaring this time around.”
Stay tuned for real-time updates on transfer deadline day and a comprehensive list of all finalized deals.
Originating from Stalybridge, Holding first cut his teeth with Bolton Wanderers, racking up 26 outings in the Championship. Arsenal snatched him up in July 2016 for a cool £2 million. Under Arsene Wenger’s tutelage, he made his Gunners debut just a month later.
In his time with Arsenal, Holding was part of their FA Cup championship squads in the 2016-17 and 2019-20 seasons. Furthermore, he sported the Three Lions jersey five times for England’s Under-21 squad.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Rob Holding transfer to Crystal Palace
What is the main news in this article?
The main news in this article is the transfer of defender Rob Holding from Arsenal to Crystal Palace for £4 million.
Who signed Rob Holding originally for Arsenal?
Arsene Wenger originally signed Rob Holding for Arsenal back in July 2016.
How many appearances did Rob Holding make for Arsenal?
Rob Holding made a total of 162 appearances for Arsenal over a span of seven seasons.
Who else has Crystal Palace signed this summer?
Besides Rob Holding, Crystal Palace has also signed Jefferson Lerma, Matheus Franca, and Dean Henderson during this summer transfer window.
How old is Rob Holding and what is the status of his contract?
Rob Holding is 27 years old, and he was out of contract with Arsenal this summer before making the move to Crystal Palace.
What did Rob Holding say about joining Crystal Palace?
Rob Holding expressed excitement about joining Crystal Palace and is particularly looking forward to experiencing the electrifying atmosphere of Selhurst Park as a member of the home team.
What achievements does Rob Holding have with Arsenal?
During his tenure with Arsenal, Rob Holding was part of the FA Cup-winning teams for the 2016-17 and 2019-20 seasons.
Has Rob Holding ever played for the England national team?
Rob Holding has not played for England’s senior national team, but he has been capped five times for England at the Under-21 level.
Where did Rob Holding begin his professional football career?
Rob Holding began his professional career with Bolton Wanderers, where he made 26 appearances in the Championship league.
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More about Rob Holding transfer to Crystal Palace
- Crystal Palace Official Website
- Arsenal Official Website
- Premier League Transfers
- Rob Holding’s Player Profile
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- Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal Legacy
- FA Cup Championship Records
- England Under-21 Team
- Bolton Wanderers Official Website
