Crystal Palace is geared up to return to action next Saturday after a hectic end to the transfer window that saw Marc Guehi stay put, while two potential incoming deals fell through at the final stages.
Prior to this, the Eagles secured a significant away victory over Crystal Palace and will aim to maintain that momentum against a strong Sunderland side that has enjoyed a good start to the season. Here is a summary of the early injury updates concerning both teams:
Luke O’Nien – Status: Doubtful
Expected to make a return from a shoulder injury in mid-September, providing a possibility for his comeback after the break.
Aji Alese – Status: Doubtful
Likewise, Alese is anticipated to be back from a shoulder issue, raising hopes for his return post the break.
Leo Hjelde – Status: Out
While Hjelde is on track to recover from his Achilles injury, he must first work on regaining fitness before being considered for selection.
Dennis Cirkin – Status: Doubtful
Recovering from a wrist injury, Cirkin is expected to be back in action following the international break.
Niall Huggins – Status: Doubtful
Huggins sustained a groin injury in a recent cup game, with the extent of the problem yet to be determined.
Dan Ballard – Status: Out
Facing an injury, Ballard is set to be sidelined until late September, as confirmed by Le Bris.
Romaine Mundle – Status: Out
Mundle is sidelined with a hamstring problem and is not expected to return until October.
Chadi Riad – Status: Out
Currently recovering from an ACL injury, Riad is set to return in October or November.
Cheick Doucoure – Status: Out
Doucoure continues his recovery process and is anticipated to resume training in the coming months.
Eddie Nketiah – Status: Out
Nketiah suffered a significant injury, ruling him out until late September or early October, as confirmed by Glasner.
Matheus Franca – Status: Doubtful
Franca’s return, initially hoped for the Aston Villa game, has been delayed. His availability remains in doubt.
Adam Wharton – Status: Doubtful
Wharton picked up a muscular injury against Villa, the seriousness of which is yet to be ascertained.
Ismaila Sarr – Status: Doubtful
Sarr, who appeared to have a muscular injury against Villa, remains doubtful for the upcoming fixtures.
Caleb Kporha – Status: Out
Dealing with back problems since the preseason, Kporha’s return timeline remains uncertain.
