Daichi Kamada’s next destination is already obvious with Crystal Palace set to rue exit after stats vs AEK Larnaca
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Credit: Imago Daichi Kamada’s next destination is already obvious with Crystal Palace set to rue exit after stats vs AEK Larnaca Fri 13 March 2026 9:45, UK Daichi Kamada was in fine form for Crystal Palace as they drew 0-0 with AEK Larnaca in the first leg of their last-16 Conference League tie on Thursday.The Eagles had several chances at Selhurst Park, but were unable to find a way past goalkeeper Zlatan Alomerovic. Kamada’s display was his eighth since returning from a hamstring injury that had left him ruled out since December.
The midfielder is set to leave on a free transfer this summer after failing to agree a new contract at Selhurst Park.The 29-year-old has been with the Eagles since 2024, when he signed on a free transfer from Italian side Lazio.Daichi Kamada impresses against AEK LarnacaIn October, Football Insider exclusively revealed that Palace were keen to extend Kamada’s contract after a strong start to the season. But his injury in December seemed to coincide with Palace’s struggles.
Kamada created three chances, completed 11 passes into the final third, and indirectly created Palace’s biggest opening when his deflected shot fell into the path of Tyrick Mitchell.His defensive work was resolute, with the 29-year-old making two tackles, two clearances, and four recoveries across the 90 minutes.Kamada will follow Oliver GlasnerGlasner first came across Kamada when he was appointed by Eintracht Frankfurt in 2021.The Japan international had already been there since 2017, and was coming off the back of a superb Bundesliga season. And five months after the 51-year-old had arrived in South London, so did Kamada, signing a contract that conveniently managed to line up with his manager’s.Wherever Glasner goes next in the summer, it can only be assumed that his favourite midfielder will not be too far behind. 🦅 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Crystal Palace Insider Access Get the full story from Selhurst Park and Beckenham with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of South London.