Eddie Nketiah returns to Crystal Palace training before facing Ipswich Town

Crystal Palace forward Eddie Nketiah is expected to resume training by Thursday following his absence from the team's 3-0 Carabao Cup victory over Middlesbrough. Manager Pierre Sage confirmed the recovery timeline ahead of Saturday’s match against Ipswich Town. Jorgen Strand Larsen, who scored twice in the win against Middlesbrough, is also under consideration to start the weekend fixture despite recent heavy workloads. Sage noted that he is currently managing the rotation of his attacking options to maintain squad freshness. The manager emphasized that heightened competition for starting positions serves to encourage high performance levels across the entire roster. Further assessments will determine the specific lineup for the upcoming match.

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