September 3 2014

Andy Johnson

Crystal Palace have re-signed Andy Johnson on a short term contract until January.

Johnson, 33, last played for the club between 2002 and 2006, and played 160 games and scored 85 goals.

Since then he has played for Everton, Fulham and QPR, where he was released at the end of last season.

He told the Official Palace website: "I am delighted to be coming back to a club that I love and have a real soft spot for.

"I would like to thank the gaffer and the chairman for giving me this opportunity and I am looking forward to helping this football club have continued success in the Premier League.

"I have also been given an opportunity to help the youngsters in a coaching capacity, something I am really looking forward to getting involved in."