Sako: I chose Crystal Palace ahead of crazy money

Bakary Sako is delighted with his move to Crystal Palace.

Off contract from Wolves, Sako found himself a wanted man, with clubs from Spain, France, Dubai and Qatar knocking at his door.

He told the Daily Star Sunday: "They offered crazy money. In fact, I took less money to join Palace."

Sako signed for Palace boss Alan Pardew on a free transfer because he was desperate to try his luck in the Premier League.

"I did my three years at Wolves and stayed loyal, even though we went down to League One," said Sako.

"I stuck with the club to help them get back into the Championship. Last year we missed out on the play-offs on goal difference and I wanted to play in the Premier League.

"I did actually come here for less money. I could have gone to Qatar or Dubai for crazy money but at my age I am not playing for money. Maybe I can do that when I am older."