Patrick Bamford holding the Crystal Palace shirt after joining the club on a season long loan

Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford has signed today a new three year contract with the Blues, the club has confirmed. 

The 21-year-old forward, who spent a successful loan period at Middlesbrough, will continue his development by spending next season on loan at Crystal Palace. 

Bamford scored 19 goals for Boro, and was voted Championship Player of the Year last season. 

The England Under 21 international said: ‘I’m delighted to sign a new contract with Chelsea. My dream has always been to be part of this club for the long term. Chelsea have been fantastic with my development and joining Crystal Palace for this season on loan is the next step for me in my career.’

.@Patrick_Bamford speaks to @chrisgrierson about his loan move from @Chelseafc to #CPFC. http://t.co/TTogt72Aro https://t.co/LvhRw5VB7O

— Crystal Palace FC (@CPFC) July 21, 2015

This is indeed a win-win situation for all parties involved here. Bamford signs new deal with Chelsea. The player himself will get an exposure in the Premier League and can flourish under the tutelage of a good manager in Alan Pardew. Furthermore, Palace gets a good striker who has the potential to become a top player in future.