David Moyes has told Wilfried Zaha that there is "no doubt" he could play for "a number of top teams" amid interest. The Crystal Palace talisman has been heavily linked with an exit from Selhurst Park for some time now, with Chelsea and Arsenal historically among the clubs interested.
Zaha, who sees his contract at Palace expire at the end of the season, has featured 11 times for Patrick Vieira's side in the Premier League this term, directly contributing towards six goals. His displays have clawed the south London side into the top half of the table as he continues to court the interest of potential suitors.
As it stands, the Ivory Coast international will be eligible to begin pre-contract talks with foreign clubs in January should he opt against penning a new deal. But, if he were to hold out until June - when his contract officially comes to an end - then a Premier League move would be on the cards.
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With Zaha supposedly close to an exit from Palace, Moyes has insisted that the attacker is capable of taking the next step in his career. The former Manchester United boss briefly worked closely with the forward at Old Trafford during his formative years.
Speaking ahead of West Ham's clash with the Eagles, the Hammers head coach said: "Wilf looks as though he has matured greatly and he could play for a number of top teams, if he chose to do so.
"Sometimes, when you feel like you’re at home and you are enjoying your surroundings," added Moyes, before warning Zaha that the grass isn't always greener. "He is a big player for them and a key ingredient to Palace.
"From that point of view, the grass isn’t always greener. I have no doubt Wilf could play for many other teams if he chose to do so."
Graham Potter and Mikel Arteta have been urged to remain patient and sign Zaha for free in the summer. Speaking on talkSPORT, Gabby Agbonlahor said: "Now I found out his contract runs out next summer, he can go on a free transfer to a top club.
"If you're an Arsenal, Spurs, or Chelsea, you're snapping him up on a three-year contract at the age of 30. Last night he was outstanding… He showed a lot of hunger last night. Great player. Hopefully, he gets that big move."
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