Crystal Palace Prepare New Improved Contract Offer to Tie Down Tyrick Mitchell

Crystal Palace are determined to secure Tyrick Mitchell's long-term future and are preparing to reward the defender with a significantly improved new contract.

From 2020 debut to becoming a key player

Since making his first-team debut in 2020, Mitchell has grown into one of Crystal Palace's most reliable players. He is currently 27 years old, and his current contract expires next summer. The club hopes to remove uncertainty over his contract before opponents have the chance to make a move.

Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Crystal Palace are ready to make a major effort to keep Mitchell at Selhurst Park. He expects a lucrative contract to arrive soon. Brown said Mitchell delivers an eight-out-of-ten performance every week, is always available, never causes problems, and simply does his job.

Excellent performance against Fulham

Mitchell further strengthened his negotiating position in the match against Fulham. He scored twice as Crystal Palace came from behind to win 3-2, which was also Pierre Sage's first Premier League victory as head coach.

The Guardian specifically highlighted Mitchell's uncommon brace in the match, with Ben Chilwell eventually scoring the winning goal.

The value of a player who cannot be allowed to leave

For Crystal Palace, keeping Mitchell should be a priority. He may not always attract as much attention as more attack-minded full-backs, but in the Premier League, reliability itself has great value. Mitchell consistently provides defensive discipline, availability, and tactical balance.

His attacking ability is also improving, as shown by his performance against Fulham. Crystal Palace's biggest concern is his contract situation. Allowing an England international to enter the final months of his contract could attract interest from bigger clubs and could even result in the club losing a valuable asset for nothing.