Jermain Defoe: Rangers’ new signing turned down Crystal Palace to join Steven Gerrard at Ibrox

Jermain Defoe: Rangers’ new signing turned down Crystal Palace to join Steven Gerrard at Ibrox
Jermain Defore has revealed Crystal Palace wanted to sign him before he chose to join Rangers.The veteran Bournemouth striker penned an 18-month loan deal with the Scottish Premiership side earlier this month.1

Jermain Defoe had been used sparingly by Bournemouth this season

Defoe will link up with former England team-mate Steven Gerrard, who is aiming to win Rangers a first top-flight title since 2011.When asked if Palace tried to sign him, the 36-year-old said: There was interest, I had to weigh it all up, and I fancied something different to be honest, I fancied a different challenge.It is a massive football club and I am coming into an environment where everyone is confident.The Palace one was lingering for years – I know a lot of people down there, [coach] Mark Bright, a lot of the players.It is obviously a fantastic football club, with a top manager [Roy Hodgson]. But I spoke to Stevie and decided to come here, because it is a great opportunity for me.When he got the job, it did make me think a little bit, and so far he is a natural.Rangers are second in the Scottish Premiership due to Celtics superior goal difference.

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Jermain Defoe: Rangers' new signing turned down Crystal

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Jermain Defoe: Rangers' new signing turned down Crystal Palace to join Steven Gerrard at Ibrox Written by: fpnews Posted on: January 10, 2019 Jermain Defore has revealed Crystal Palace wanted to sign him before he chose to join Rangers.
Jermain Defoe says Steven Gerrard played a big part in his
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Jermain Defoe says there was interest from Crystal Palace in signing him but he wanted a "different challenge" with Rangers. The experienced forward has joined the Scottish Premiership side from Bournemouth on an 18-month loan deal and will link up with former England team-mate Steven Gerrard, who took charge at Ibrox in the summer.
Jermain Defoe reveals he snubbed Crystal Palace to join

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Jermain Defoe says there was interest from Crystal Palace in signing him but he wanted a "different challenge" with Rangers. Jermain Defoe says Steven Gerrard played a big part in his decision
Jermain Defoe claims he snubbed Crystal Palace for Rangers

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JERMAIN DEFOE has revealed Steven Gerrard is the reason he snubbed Crystal Palace for Rangers. The Bournemouth striker is heading north on an 18-month loan deal after falling out of favour at Dean
Jermain Defoe Explains Why He Chose Rangers Over Crystal Palace

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Jermain Defoe explains why he chose Rangers over Crystal Palace. The striker has moved to Ibrox on an 18-month loan despite interest from the top flight in England.
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Jermain Defoe: Rangers' new signing turned down Crystal Palace to join Steven Gerrard at Ibrox The veteran striker signed an 18-month loan deal with the Scottish Premiership side earlier this
Jermain Defoe: Rangers' new signing turned down Crystal

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New Rangers striker Jermain Defoe has explained exactly why he decided to sign for the Ibrox club this month - and why moving to Glasgow was more appealing than staying in the Premier League. The ex-England international has joined the Gers on an 18-month loan deal from Bournemouth, and has
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Rangers transfer news: Jermain Defoe wants to do one thing at Ibrox - Hateley RANGERS' new signing Jermain Defoe has made the move to Ibrox because he wants to win a trophy.

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Rangers new boy Jermain Defoe has told Sky Sports that he had the chance to sign for Crystal Palace, but chose a move to join Steven Gerrard instead. The Gers have been busy in the opening stages
Jermain Defoe explains why he chose Rangers over Crystal

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Jermain Defore has revealed Crystal Palace wanted to sign him before he chose to join Rangers. The veteran Bournemouth striker penned an 18-month loan deal with the Scottish Premiership side earlier this month. Defoe will link up with former England team-mate Steven Gerrard, who is aiming to win Rangers a first top-flight title since 2011.
Jermain Defoe: Rangers' new signing turned down Crystal