Crystal Palace in Crisis: Eze to Arsenal, Guéhi Uncertain, and Glasner Demands Transfers
Aug 21, 2025
Crystal Palace is in turmoil as Eberechi Eze joins Arsenal, leaving manager Oliver Glasner frustrated. Captain Marc Guéhi's future is also uncertain amidst Liverpool interest. Glasner urgently calls for reinforcements in the transfer market to address the squad's depleted state.

Crystal Palace is facing a period of significant transition, with star player Eberechi Eze poised to join Arsenal in a high-profile move. Chairman Steve Parish confirmed the transfer, acknowledging Eze's contributions and expressing optimism about his future endeavors. However, the departure has clearly left manager Oliver Glasner frustrated, as he emphasizes the urgent need to reinforce the squad.
The Eagles are currently in Norway preparing for the second leg of their Conference League playoff against Fredrikstad, holding a slender 1-0 advantage. Eze's absence due to reported illness, following Arsenal's £67.5m bid, highlighted the creative void his departure leaves. Parish admitted the club must be proactive in the transfer market to ensure a smooth transition.
Guéhi's Future Uncertain Amidst Liverpool Interest
Adding to Palace's worries, captain Marc Guéhi's future at the club is also uncertain. Liverpool are reportedly keen on acquiring the defender, who is entering the final year of his contract. Parish stated that the club is open to offering Guéhi a new contract, but if he declines, a sale may be necessary to comply with financial regulations.
Glasner jokingly suggested he might have to dust off his own playing boots if Guéhi were to leave before the crucial second leg against Fredrikstad, emphasizing the lack of available centre-backs in the squad. He indicated the reliance on Jefferson Lerma, a natural midfielder, to fill defensive gaps.
Glasner Calls for Immediate Action in the Transfer Market
Despite their upcoming European fixture, Crystal Palace has reportedly spent the least of any club in Europe's top five leagues. The club has reportedly identified Leicester City's Bilal El Khannouss as a possible replacement for Eze.
Glasner made it clear he was trying to temper his disappointment, and expressed concern over the club's failure to adequately prepare for Eze's expected departure. He stressed the urgent need for action, saying that the club's future depends on making the right signings and that the club knew of Ebs' potential departure for months.
