Billionaire NFL owner wants to buy Crystal Palace in mega-money takeover but controversial John Textor would stay put

AMERICAN John Textor is pushing for control at Crystal Palace — and looking for new allies.

Textor, 59, had taken a backward step at the Eagles. 

PAAn NFL billionaire owner is looking to buy Crystal Palace[/caption] GettyIt would see controversial John Textor stay put at Selhurst Park[/caption]

He thought about selling his shares and buying another outfit.

However, the multi-club owner is now aiming to increase his say at Selhurst Park and may look to a fellow countryman for help.