Crystal Palace have announced that Cenk Tosun's loan spell has been cut short and he has returned to Everton due to sustaining a long-term injury.

The striker has injured his knee and estimates suggest he could be sidelined for up to six months, and it therefore makes sense for his rehabilitation to take place back at his parent club.

Tosun made an immediate impact for the Eagles when he scored on his full debut against Manchester City, with his header helping his team to a point at the home of the champions.

He only played five games for the club but his performances and determination left a lasting impression on supporters, many of whom have been quick to praise the Turk upon hearing the bad news.

As well as praise, there is also sympathy being expressed, which is no surprise given the extent of his injury, and how quickly the Palace fanbase took to him, despite Palace failing to win either of the matches he started in.

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It seems that many fans would have been keen on signing the 28-year-old on a permanent basis, something which reportedly still remains a possibility despite his setback.

As well as the support being shown for Tosun, some fans have reacted to the news by criticising Steve Parish and the transfer business that was conducted in the January window, or rather the lack of activity.

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Tosun was the only arrival and now he is no longer at the club, leaving Roy Hodgson back at square one.

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