About time. We've always produced decent youth products (Clyne, Moses, Zaha and AWB being the latest) and we're surrounded by one of the best catchment areas in the world. We should be doing everything we can to compete at the highest youth levels. We don't have the resources to regularly spend huge amounts like some of our PL neighbours so investing in our (already good) youth system is a no-brainer. Chelsea have shown this season how valuable a good youth setup can be if you're limited when it comes to signings.
Palace Academy plans backed by Bromley Council Brilliant news, they're even looking to start work soon.
Crystal Palace Become First Team to Offer Aftercare Programme for Released Players Good stuff from Palace