Chris Richards
25-Year-Old
Crystal Palace
Premier
Makes starting squad
Richards (calf) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Brentford.
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Richards returned to the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Brentford after undergoing scans that revealed no tear in his calf. The center-back had been an undisputed starter for Palace before the injury scare and looks set to continue his regular role in the backline. His quick return reinforces Palace's defense and suggests the issue was minor.
Richards returned to the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Brentford after undergoing scans that revealed no tear in his calf. The center-back had been an undisputed starter for Palace before the injury scare and looks set to continue his regular role in the backline. His quick return reinforces Palace's defense and suggests the issue was minor.
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Will be available Saturday
Richards (calf) will be available for Saturday's game against Brentford, manager Olivier Glasner confirmed Friday during the pre-match press conference. "Richards is back tomorrow so he is fine. He trained today without any issues."
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Should return against Brentford
Richards (calf) missed Wednesday's Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool due to an injury, but scans revealed no tear, suggesting he should return for Saturday's clash against Brentford, according to the News Shopper.
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Suffers calf injury
Richards is out for Wednesday's Carabao Cup match against Liverpool due to a calf injury, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "We've just one issue: Chris has a little bit of an issue with his calf, so he won't make the trip to Liverpool tomorrow."
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Stalwart performance in win
Richards registered four tackles (four won), 12 clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus West Ham United.
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Received treatment for ankle
Richards ended Thursday's clash against Fredrikstad with a swollen ankle but received treatment and is doing fine, coach Oliver Glasner said in the press conference. "Chris [Richards'] ankle was swollen before, but looked better after - he got treatment. It looks like all the players who were available [last night] are available."
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Saints want him
Southampton are interested in signing Richards, according to GiveMeSport.
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Richards has enjoyed solid moments in the Bundesliga but is now getting close to securing a Premier League switch. Southampton could certainly use his versatility on the defensive zone.
Richards has enjoyed solid moments in the Bundesliga but is now getting close to securing a Premier League switch. Southampton could certainly use his versatility on the defensive zone.