The Palace man has a big part to play next season and it could be central.
Pearce has been suitably impressed with Zaha who’s goals have helped catapult Crystal Palace to the brink of the Premier League.
The European Championships take place this Summer and upon announcing his squad Pearce noted:
“He[Zaha]is enjoying his football,
“You could see that with the smile on his face when he scored against Brighton. He has come on as a centre-forward for the under-21s and if you look at his second goal, it was very much a centre-forward’s finish. He is happy to get in close contact with the central defender, he rolled him and finished very well.
“He is an improving talent who can give you highs and lows over a season. He’s a young man learning the game but his brilliance has got Palace to a play-off final.”
Zaha has always been thought of as an answer to the wing problems United have encountered this season, with the likes of Ashley Young, Antonio Valencia and Nani all enduring inconsistent campaigns. Wayne Rooney’s recent transfer request means United could need another striker and if Zaha shines in the role this Summer for the under 21s then maybe he could be the answer David Moyes is looking for.
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