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Crystal Palace suffers defeat to Everton, faces player transfer issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Crystal Palace suffers defeat to Everton, faces player transfer issues

Summary

Crystal Palace lost 2-0 to Everton in their Premier League match last week. Despite a strong first half, the team could not capitalize on opportunities. Center-back Chadi Riad sustained what appears to be a serious knee injury after being stretchered off. Reports have surfaced that Ismaila Sarr did not travel to Merseyside due to a knock and is pushing for a move to Galatasaray. Jean-Philipe Mateta is contesting the validity of his contract in an ongoing dispute with the club, taking the matter to FIFA. Meanwhile, Axel Disasi is expected to join Palace on loan from Chelsea, as fans call for a more robust center-back following Riad’s injury.

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•Crystal Palace lost 2-0 to Everton on August 24, 2026.
•Chadi Riad sustained a serious knee injury during the match.
•Ismaila Sarr missed the match and is seeking a transfer to Galatasaray.
•Jean-Philipe Mateta challenges the validity of his contract with the club.
•Axel Disasi's loan from Chelsea is expected to be finalized.

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Crystal Palace returned to the Premier League this week, with the transfer window still open and two big players appearing to be pushing to depart South London.
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