Pierre Sage laid out the injury update for Crystal Palace, confirming some players are back in action for this Sunday’s Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest, while others are still on the mend. It is a real mixed bag from the manager as the Eagles get ready to fly again after the international break.
Sarr and Khalaili: Full Speed Ahead for Sunday?!
This is the news we absolutely needed to hear! Sage confirmed that Anan Khalaili and Ismaïla Sarr are both available and ready to feature against Nottingham Forest. Remember Khalaili, who picked up that knock while away with Israel? He has fully recovered, and Sage is confident saying Khalaili is “ready to play 90 minutes.” That is huge for the squad. Even bigger, Sarr is now officially in contention to start! He made some serious progress in training, with Sage noting Sarr had “his best session for us this week.” We are all hoping the club can “re-find the player” Sarr can be. This could be a game-changer for the offense.
The Mateta Saga: A Step Forward, But Still Waiting
Alright, now for the part that still stings a bit. While there is definitely some positive momentum, we will have to wait a little longer to see Jean-Philippe Mateta back on the pitch. Sage confirmed Mateta returned to training after being sidelined since that opening-day defeat to Everton. That is a massive step forward, a “good step” and a “good sign” as Sage put it. But, this weekend’s game is simply coming too soon for the French forward. Dean Henderson and Takehiro Tomiyasu also remain sidelined and will not be available for the Forest game. The good news is Sage is hopeful all three, Mateta, Henderson, and Tomiyasu, could make their return either against Lyon or Brighton later this month.
So, what does this mean for Sunday? Crystal Palace is back in action at home against Nottingham Forest, and we are going to need every ounce of energy from the guys available. With Sarr potentially starting and Khalaili ready for full minutes, there is a real chance to grab three points. Fingers crossed we can welcome Mateta, Henderson, and Tomiyasu back to the squad very soon for those upcoming clashes!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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