Sarr trains ahead of Crystal Palace's Europa League opener against Lech Poznan
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:12 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage confirmed that Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah have trained with the team ahead of their Europa League match against Lech Poznan on Thursday at Selhurst Park. Sarr returns after recovering from a groin issue, while Nketiah looks to shake off injury concerns. Sage expressed optimism about Sarr's fitness, stating he aims for a strong season. Dean Henderson has signed a new deal with the club until 2030 but remains sidelined for the match. Sage also addressed Jaydee Canvot's exclusion from the squad, confirming a clear communication of tactical decisions to the player.
- •Sarr and Nketiah trained and are possible selections for the match.
- •Henderson signed a contract extension but is currently injured.
- •Sage addressed Canvot's squad exclusion amid tactical discussions.
- •Palace faces Lech Poznan in their Europa League opener on Thursday.
- 2:12 PMYahoo Sports — Sage on injuries, improving confidence and Sarr's reception
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — Sage on Sarr's return, Henderson's new deal and Canvot's squad exclusion
"Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage has been speaking to the media before Thursday's Europa League opener against Polish side Lech Poznan at Selhurst Park (20:00 BST). Pierre Sage confirmed both Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah have trained with the team this week, are "in shape" and "could be in the team" tomorrow night. Sarr - who was linked with a move away over the summer - is yet to feature under Sage after struggling with a groin problem, while Nketiah has missed the Eagles' past two games through injury.
"Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Leeds United at Elland Road (kick-off 14:00 BST). It wasn't easy to make the choices, but I had to and we can maybe change the list in January if we qualify for the knockouts.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 2:12 PMSage on injuries, improving confidence and Sarr's reception
Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Leeds United at Elland Road (kick-off 14:00 BST). It wasn't easy to make the choices, but I had to and we can maybe change the list in January if we qualify for the knockouts.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 3:36 PMSage on Sarr's return, Henderson's new deal and Canvot's squad exclusion
Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage has been speaking to the media before Thursday's Europa League opener against Polish side Lech Poznan at Selhurst Park (20:00 BST). Pierre Sage confirmed both Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah have trained with the team this week, are "in shape" and "could be in the team" tomorrow night. Sarr - who was linked with a move away over the summer - is yet to feature under Sage after struggling with a groin problem, while Nketiah has missed the Eagles' past two games through injury.
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