Crystal Palace Academy forward David Obou has signed his first professional contract.

Obou, who has been at the club since pre-Academy level, is a versatile winger capable of playing on either flank or through the middle when required.

Obou told the club's website: “I'm very proud. I've been working towards this achievement [of becoming a professional footballer] and it's good to be here. It's a reminder that hard work doesn't go unnoticed."

Though he has yet to feature for the Under-18s this season while returning to full fitness, Obou is firmly focused on the second half of the campaign, saying: “Once I'm back on the pitch, I hope to make a big impact on the squad and win as many games as possible."