Oliver Glasner handed surprise boost as Crystal Palace trio set to return after international break
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Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner could be handed a surprise boost with three of his injured players making progress and looking likely to return for their game against Aston Villa.
The Eagles suffered a defeat to Fulham in their final game before the international break and now need to produce one of their best performances to get a result against Aston Villa after the break. However, their chances could be improved by the potential return of midfielder Eberechi Eze, along with Jefferson Lerma and summer signing Chadi Riad. If they return in time, it would provide a massive lift to the team.
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Hide AdThis has been a challenging season for the Eagles, who have secured just one win in their first 11 games, along with four draws, leaving them in the relegation zone. There is growing pressure on manager Glasner to turn things around.
There has been much discussion over why the team has failed to replicate last season’s form, with some pointing to the recruitment strategy, while others highlight the tactical system the manager has employed, particularly given the absence of players like Jordan Ayew and Michael Olise.
The loss of Olise has been well-documented, but the departure of Jordan Ayew, who used to work tirelessly to win the ball in dangerous areas, has also been significant.
Ayew left for Leicester, and despite the arrivals of Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah, neither has been able to match the level of impact the team enjoyed last season.Crystal Palace has been in the Premier League for the past 10 years, and if this poor form continues, chairman Steve Parish may face a difficult decision regarding the future of the manager.
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