Despite writing about football on a daily basis, we still get amazed at how quickly things can change, especially in the space of two weeks.
The latest example of this is Eder’s situation at Inter, the very same Eder who came very close to signing for Crystal Palace in January.
During the winter transfer window, the Eagles were keen to bolster their attacking threat, which would in turn allow Roy Hodgson to give Christian Benteke a rest from time to time.
Eventually settling on FC Midtjylland’s Alexander Sörloth, Crystal Palace were keen enough on Eder earlier on in the window to sit down with Inter and discuss a potential transfer.
Wanting a loan with a view to buy, the Eagles walked away when the Serie A side made it clear they wanted the money up front.
Furthermore, even if they had agreed, the whole affair would have probably fallen through, as Inter’s replacement, a certain Daniel Sturridge, decided to go to West Brom instead.
Deciding to stick with the veteran, the Italians are now reaping the benefits, as he’s really stepped up in Mauro Icardi’s absence.
The Argentinian striker has been struggling with a muscle issue over the past couple of weeks, with Eder starting in his stead while he recovers, scoring in both games.
With five goals in his last four league starts, the 31-year-old is, as put by Corriere dello Sport, a ‘guarantee’ for Luciano Spalletti, who already stepped in and blocked a transfer to Zenit last summer.
Since Icardi is still a doubt to play against Genoa at the weekend, another chance to prove himself could be on its way.
