Summary
Crystal Palace ended 2025 with their third straight Premier League loss, which followed a historic season under manager Oliver Glasner. The team faces challenges with injuries and a lack of new players, leading Glasner to express the need for reinforcements. His contract ends in 2026, and both his future and that of key player Marc Guehi are uncertain.
Key Facts
- Crystal Palace lost three consecutive Premier League games for the first time since October 2024.
- Manager Oliver Glasner led the team to FA Cup and Community Shield wins and their first major European tournament.
- The team played eight games in December, contributing to player fatigue.
- Glasner wants new players in January but criticized summer transfer inactivity.
- Glasner's contract expires in June 2026, and he has not yet committed to staying.
- Key players like Daniel Munoz and Ismaila Sarr are missing, affecting team performance.
- Captain Marc Guehi will not renew his contract, with interest from Liverpool in the past summer.
- Injuries and player absences have added strain to Crystal Palace's squad.
