Crystal Palace's significant summer signing, Yeremy Pino, remains a figure of anticipation for Eagles supporters, with his recent international outing for Spain encapsulating his current club season. The winger, signed for £26 million from Villarreal, was handed a rare start in Spain's 2-2 draw with Turkey during the international break, producing a performance that was as promising as it was frustrating.
A Tale of Two Halves for Spain
Deployed from the outset, Yeremy was actively involved for 62 minutes in the international fixture. The performance assessment from SportsDunia, which rated him a 6/10, highlighted the central paradox of his game. On one hand, he was a creative force, laying on four key passes for his teammates—more than any other player on the pitch. His relentless work rate was also evident.
However, his finishing let him down, with the outlet noting he squandered a big chance to score and lacked composure in front of goal. Despite this, his influence was tangible; a powerful strike from Yeremy was spilled by the Turkish goalkeeper, directly leading to Spain's equalising goal.
The Palace Perspective: Patience and Potential
Back at club level, manager Oliver Glasner continues to show faith in the Spanish international, making him a regular starter. Yet, the tangible end product—a goal or an assist—has so far eluded him in the Premier League. The creative burden is particularly heavy following Eberechi Eze’s departure to Arsenal.
Glasner's recent comments, however, signal belief in the player's trajectory. After Yeremy provided two assists in the 3-0 win over Dynamo Kyiv last month, the manager praised his work ethic and growing understanding of the team's system. "He was very good," Glasner stated. "He worked so hard. In the last games, he didn't get the reward, but he's such a great guy, he always keeps going."
The Perfect Stage for a Breakthrough
The upcoming fixture list presents a golden opportunity for Yeremy to silence his critics and open his account. Crystal Palace return to action with a trip to face Wolves, who have conceded a league-worst 25 goals this season. This is followed by a high-profile match at a rocking Selhurst Park against Manchester United at the end of the month.
There is a precedent for Yeremy rising to the occasion against top opponents, having already scored and assisted in the impressive 3-0 victory over Liverpool last month. With his diligence in getting into the right positions and the unwavering backing of both his club and national team managers, the stage is set for the £26 million man to finally translate his promising build-up play into decisive Premier League contributions.
