Crystal Palace boss expects pair to start crucial tie amid transfer speculation

Football
21 Aug 2025 • 6:41 AM MYT
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  • Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner confirmed that Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi will start Thursday night's Conference League play-off first leg against Fredrikstad.
  • Despite persistent transfer speculation linking Eze to Tottenham and Guehi to Liverpool, Glasner stated both players are committed and expected to give 100 per cent while under contract.
  • Glasner expressed surprise at the media's focus on their potential departures, highlighting their strong performance in the recent draw against Chelsea.
  • Guehi's contract with Palace runs until next summer, while Eze's deal extends to 2027, with his reported £68million release clause having expired last Friday.
  • Goalkeeper Dean Henderson echoed his manager's sentiments, praising Eze and Guehi's professionalism and dedication to the team.

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