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1. Top Player Palmer Fit for Important Capital Derby with The Gunners

The Blues head coach Enzo Maresca stated on Friday that Cole Palmer is available for selection for the squad's vital top-flight encounter against local rivals Arsenal.

The young England midfielder had been sidelined due to a broken toe incurred after an accidental incident.

“He is available to start and to play,” Maresca declared. “Everyone is happy.”

In the current campaign, Palmer has featured in just four games in every contest, finding the net on two occasions.

After joining from City in 2023, he has achieved 45 strikes and 29 setups in 101 matches for the London club.

“He is our most valuable asset, we are happy he is back, we need to allow him time to be fully fit,” Maresca continued. “He has done fantastic in the past and no doubt he is going to do great things for this club in the future.”

Second Story: The Toffees Receive No Explanation for Failed Idrissa Gueye Dismissal Appeal

The Merseyside club have failed in their protest against Idrissa Gueye's dismissal for an on-field altercation with teammate Michael Keane during the squad's 1-0 victory at Manchester United.

The veteran Senegal player was sent off only 13 minutes into the game after slapping Keane during a argument over a misplaced pass.

The player quickly said sorry, and the pair appeared making up afterwards in a mock social media post.

However, the appeal against the dismissal was denied, and Gueye must complete a three-game ban, making Everton depleted for their upcoming match against Newcastle United.

“We lodged an appeal and it was unsuccessful,” manager the manager revealed. “We received no rationale for the denial but we did appeal it.”

Inquired about more issues from the incident, Moyes remarked: “It ended right away, it was done, that was it, we progressed rapidly and it was all sorted within the team environment.”

3. Wissa Trains with Newcastle for First Time since Setback

Newcastle United's new signing Yoane Wissa has trained with his squad for the first time since sustaining a knee injury shortly after his move from his former club in September.

Head coach Eddie Howe announced the development on the end of the week but did not disclose a potential comeback timeline for the 29-year-old.

Newcastle brought in the forward for a significant fee to fill the void left by Alexander Isak, who joined Liverpool for a British record sum.

Unfortunately, Wissa was hurt while on international service before he could play his first game for Newcastle.

“He is progressing nicely, he trained with us for the first time on midweek, so I was extremely satisfied with how he looked,” Howe commented. “That’s his first time competitively with the group. Let’s see how he responds today.”

Howe added: “There is a planned comeback timeline, but it’s likely best if I keep that to myself. We aim to avoid letting people down. Of course, we want to involve him as promptly.”

Additionally, the defender will be sidelined for a month with a hamstring injury.

Fourth Story: The Reds' Poor Form ‘Doesn’t Matter’, Says West Ham Manager Nuno

West Ham United head coach Nuno Espírito Santo has insisted that the reigning champions' recent poor form “should not be a focus” as his side prepares to face the ailing Premier League champions.

Arne Slot's team has lost six of the last seven Premier League matches, dropping out of the top 10 of the table.

However, Nuno emphasized that there can be no taking it easy when the teams meet on the weekend at the London Stadium.

“Liverpool are a quality side and in football, what counts is what you do on the day,” Nuno commented. “We are preparing to play the title winners, players that are talented and able of doing good things, so we have to be ready.

“The history of the results before, the performance of the teams, is largely insignificant. It is about the day. Aware that we are going to face a high-quality team, that has players able of doing amazing feats, so we have to prepare thoroughly, to perform.”

West Ham will have available Lucas Paquetá after his suspension, while Crysencio Summerville and Dinos Mavropanos are stepping up their return from fitness issues.

5. Gibbs-White in Contention for Forest against Brighton

Nottingham Forest's boss Sean Dyche is optimistic that Morgan Gibbs-White will be ready for the team's home match against Brighton on Sunday.

The English international was absent for the midweek Europa League match against Malmö due to a back issue.

“We hope it is improving,” Dyche stated as he prepared to face Fabian Hürzeler's team, who have secured seven points from their past three outings.

“It’s comparable to back pain, but a morning sort of injury, one where you just sleep funny or move improperly. So we’re not expecting, at this point anyway, that it’s too serious and it’s easing already. So we’re hopeful that it’ll be right for the weekend.”

Murillo was experiencing discomfort in his hamstring muscle after the 3-0 Europa League victory, but Dyche indicated the player “should be fine”.

However, Ola Aina (thigh injury), the midfielder (thigh), the winger (hamstring), Chris Wood (knee), and the defender (hip) are expected to miss out.

Sixth Story: Glasner: European Loss Will Not Hinder Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner feels that the disappointment of Thursday's Conference League loss to Strasbourg is a indication of how much progress the club has advanced in challenging on multiple fronts.

The domestic cup holders took the lead at the away ground through Tyrick Mitchell's first-half goal but were equalized against by Liam Rosenior's team, who moved up to runner-up in the group standings.

The Eagles now switch focus to domestic action with a home match against the Red Devils, and Glasner is optimistic his side can keep up their push for a top four spot.

“Comparable to the recent setback at Goodison Park, it just feels that it was completely unnecessary and it is our fault,” Glasner commented. “However, we have to accept it. The effort was there but it is a game we could have avoided losing.”

Glasner confirmed that Borna Sosa would be absent for the weekend's match after he stayed behind to Strasbourg, but Will Hughes, who went off during the opening period against the opponents, is expected to be in the matchday squad.