Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner confirmed that Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi will start in Thursday’s UEFA Conference League play-off against Fredrikstad. Amid continued transfer speculation over both players, Glasner remained confident in their commitment to the club. Eze and Guehi have been an integral part of the squad, shining in previous matches, and their presence is deemed essential for Palace’s ambitions this season.
The excitement continues to mount as supporters can’t wait to see Eze and Guehi lined up together on the pitch. Both players recently contributed to Palace’s Community Shield victory over Manchester City and played a significant role in the Premier League draw against Chelsea. Their involvement underscores Glasner’s belief in their abilities and importance to the team’s tactical setup.
Managerial Confidence Amidst Speculation
Head coach Oliver Glasner addressed the media after the pair’s transfer rumors became known, with regard to both Eze and Guehi. He especially targeted Guehi’s case, with his deal running out in only one year. Liverpool’s interest in the young defender has further raised the stakes on the club’s negotiations. Glasner remains bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. He says that provided you have a contract with Crystal Palace, they will show up and play their hardest.
Glasner underlined the need for work and commitment from each of the actors.
“If we all have to be pleased a player gives 100 per cent when he has a contract there’s something going wrong!” – Oliver Glasner
He stressed that Eze and Guehi’s dedication shouldn’t be given extra credit. Rather, it is just the baseline expectation to be the norm for every player on the roster.
“It’s not that we should say thank you every day that Ebs gives 100 per cent. It’s what we can expect.” – Oliver Glasner
Glasner further clarified that the atmosphere at the training ground remains focused on upcoming challenges, dismissing any distractions caused by external speculation.
Recent Performances and Player Attitudes
And as Eze and Guehi’s performances for the senior national team show, they’re already making statements about their national-team potential. In Crystal Palace’s recent away game against Chelsea, defender Marc Guehi showed his displeasure after he had a potential goal ruled out for offside. His disappointment was born of a longing for the kind of winning that never truly took hold with the team.
“It’s all good. Marc was disappointed that the goal was disallowed, that we didn’t win the game.” – Oliver Glasner
Eberechi Eze, the coolest guy on the planet, turned it into a comedy routine when pressed about his attention to business in training. One Sky Sports News reporter was particularly impressed by Eze’s efforts. With a cocky smile, Eze laughed back, go home, underscoring how comfortable the Palace newcomer already is in the locker room.
Glasner recognized these attitudes are essential to keeping a team humming at high morale and performance levels. He feels that neither player has ever wavered and both individuals have been colossal servants since they arrived at Crystal Palace.
Looking Ahead
American defender Rongen Crystal Palace at training as they prepare for opening match against Fredrikstad Glasner is just as enthusiastic about motivating his players to stay on track with their objectives. The manager even repeated that he would like players to leave the club having done their utmost for Crystal Palace.
Despite all the swirling transfer rumors to the contrary, the club has their head – and heart – firmly in the right place, well beyond the upcoming window.
“Many of you were surprised Marc and Ebs started and played almost the whole game [at Chelsea],” – Oliver Glasner
Glasner’s comments are a clear reflection of Glasner’s faith in the squad. He remains committed to developing the culture that allows every player to bring their best.
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