Aston Villa striker Evann Guessand has rejoined Crystal Palace on loan, with the move confirmed by the club. The 20-year-old forward, who spent time with the Eagles' academy earlier in his career, will link up with their development squad for the remainder of the season.
Loan Move Details
Guessand, who joined Villa's youth setup in 2021, has been with the first-team squad on a number of occasions but is yet to make his senior debut. The loan move is designed to provide him with regular first-team football and continue his development.
Crystal Palace confirmed the deal on their official website, stating that Guessand will be part of their Under-21 side. The agreement runs until the end of the current campaign, with no option to buy included.
Player's Background
Guessand, who is of French descent, began his career in France before moving to England. He impressed during his time in Villa's academy, scoring regularly for the Under-18 and Under-21 teams. His performances earned him a call-up to the first-team bench last season, though he did not feature in any competitive matches.
The striker has also represented France at youth level, appearing for the Under-18 and Under-19 sides. His versatility allows him to play across the front line, and he is known for his pace and finishing ability.
Villa's Perspective
Aston Villa's coaching staff believe the loan will be beneficial for Guessand's growth. A club source said, "We feel this is the right step for Evann at this stage of his career. He needs game time, and Crystal Palace will provide him with a good environment to develop."
The move is part of Villa's strategy to develop young players through loan spells, with several other academy graduates currently out on loan at various clubs. Guessand is expected to join up with his new teammates immediately and could feature in their next league fixture.
Crystal Palace's development coach expressed his delight at the signing, saying, "Evann is a talented young forward who we know well from his time here. He will add quality to our squad and we look forward to working with him."
The loan will run until the end of the 2023-24 season, after which Guessand will return to Villa to assess his options.
