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Everton and Crystal Palace Complete Johnson-McNeil Swap

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Everton and Crystal Palace have finalized a rare straight swap deal involving players Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil. Brennan Johnson, 25, has signed a four-year contract with Everton, while Dwight McNeil, 26, has agreed to a deal with Crystal Palace that runs until 2030.

Johnson joined Palace in January from Tottenham Hotspur, making 26 appearances across all competitions. In a statement on Everton’s website, Johnson expressed his eagerness to join the club, citing the manager, players, and the team's direction as key factors.

McNeil, who scored 15 goals and provided 19 assists in 128 appearances for Everton after his transfer from Burnley in 2022, also shared his excitement about joining Palace, highlighting the team's recent successes. The two clubs are set to meet at Hill Dickinson Stadium on August 22 during the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

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