This looks to me more and more like happening. I think, just as in real life where we sometime burn out in a job, Shelvey has simply reached the end of his time at Swansea, has lost focus, and needs to move on. This'll happen because doing so would suit all parties...there seems to be a recognition of this. And he's a very good player; exactly the sort of move that will tweak an already good team like Palace.

Would not be massively surprised if one or two ours went in the other direction. Given Swansea's present situation, a Ledley or a Jedi may be attractive to them.

Sydenham by birth. Selhurst by the Grace of God.

Would be amazed if Ledley went there given his history.

I remain to be convinced but if this comes off he will get my full support (and it will piss off the clowns if he does well)

I like the sound of this. AP previously managed him at Charlton so must know he can handle his personality if he wants him, that’s good enough for me.

Whilst it saddens me that Ledley may suffer, the thought of Cabaye, Shelvey, McCarthur and Puncheon rotating in the midfield three has really cheered me up this morning.

I think he is a rocket for Punch,and will be our no.10.Puncheon has not created and been good in the last 3 months,so Pardew is investing to give us more creativity up top.Dont think Jimmy Macs place is under threat with him/Yohan/Ledley being the holding midfield.

Remember a year ago Punch was still on the wing,Pardew came in and made him a no.10,so he has never addressed this position yet,just used Puncheon there so far as a stop gap.

Of course signing for Palace will end his England career...Woy knows best!