Concerns Mount for Crystal Palace as Will Hughes Suffers Injury Blow in Training
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Crystal Palace faces yet another setback as goalkeeper Sam Johnstone’s season-ending injury is compounded by midfielder Will Hughes’s apparent elbow injury during training.
With Johnstone sidelined after undergoing surgery for an elbow injury sustained on international duty with England, Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has turned to Dean Henderson to fill the void in goal for the remainder of the season.
However, the training session ahead of the upcoming Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest revealed another injury concern for the club. In footage released by Crystal Palace, Hughes can be seen saving a header from teammate Tyrick Mitchell, but in the process, his elbow collides with the goalpost, leading to visible discomfort.
The 28-year-old midfielder is shown rolling on the ground while clutching his elbow, raising fears of a potential injury that could further deplete Crystal Palace’s squad depth.
The timing couldn’t be worse for Crystal Palace, as they navigate a crucial period in their campaign with European qualification aspirations hanging in the balance. Losing another key player to injury would undoubtedly add to the challenges faced by Glasner and his team.
As Henderson steps into the spotlight to replace Johnstone, the pressure mounts for the England international to deliver consistent performances and justify his hefty price tag. With only a handful of Premier League appearances under his belt and no clean sheets to his name, Henderson faces a critical juncture in his Crystal Palace career, needing to prove his worth to the club and its supporters.
As Crystal Palace navigates through these injury setbacks, the resilience and determination of the squad will be tested. With crucial matches on the horizon, including the clash against Nottingham Forest, every player’s contribution becomes even more vital in the pursuit of success on the pitch.
