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1. Star Player Palmer Fit for Crucial London Derby with Arsenal

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca announced on Friday that Cole Palmer is available for selection for the team's important top-flight match against local opponents Arsenal.

The 23-year-old England international had been sidelined due to a fractured toe suffered after an accidental incident.

“He is ready to start and participate,” Maresca commented. “The whole team is delighted.”

In the current campaign, Palmer has made only four appearances across all competitions, finding the net on two occasions.

Since his arrival from Manchester City in 2023, he has recorded 45 scores and 29 helpers in 101 matches for Chelsea.

“He is our top performer, we are delighted he is back, we need to allow him time to be fully fit,” Maresca added. “He has been brilliant historically and no doubt he is going to do very good for this club in the future.”

2. Everton Receive No Explanation for Failed Idrissa Gueye Dismissal Challenge

Everton have failed in their appeal against Idrissa Gueye's dismissal for a fight with teammate Michael Keane during the squad's narrow win at Manchester United.

The 36-year-old Senegalese midfielder was sent off only early on into the match after hitting Keane during a disagreement over a poor pass.

The player promptly expressed regret, and the pair appeared reconciled afterwards in a light-hearted social media video.

However, the appeal against the red card was turned down, and Gueye must complete a three-game suspension, leaving Everton short-staffed for their upcoming match against Newcastle United.

“We challenged the decision and it was rejected,” coach the manager said. “No explanation was provided for the rejection but we did appeal it.”

When asked about any further fallout from the incident, Moyes added: “The matter was resolved instantly, it was done, that was it, we moved on swiftly and it was all sorted within the team environment.”

Third Story: Wissa Practices with The Magpies for Initial Session since Setback

Newcastle United's new acquisition Yoane Wissa has trained with his new teammates for the initial occasion since sustaining a knee injury soon after his arrival from his former club in the autumn.

Manager Eddie Howe announced the development on the end of the week but kept private a possible return date for the player.

The team brought in the striker for £55m to replace Alexander Isak, who moved to Liverpool for a record-breaking sum.

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

“He is doing well, he trained with us for the first time on midweek, so I was very happy with how he looked,” Howe stated. “That’s his first time competitively with the group. Let’s see how he responds today.”

The manager continued: “We’ve got [a return date] in mind, but it’s likely best if I do not share it publicly. We don’t want to disappoint anyone. Of course, we want to involve him as soon as possible.”

In other news, the defender will be sidelined for a four-week period with a hamstring injury.

4. Liverpool' Slump ‘Irrelevant’, Says West Ham Boss Nuno

West Ham United manager Nuno Espírito Santo has stated that Liverpool' current slump “doesn’t really matter” as his team prepares to face the struggling top-flight title holders.

Arne Slot's team has suffered six losses in seven recent league matches, falling out of the top 10 of the standings.

Nevertheless, Nuno highlighted that there can be no taking it easy when the sides meet on the weekend at the their home ground.

“Liverpool are a quality side and in football, what matters is what you do on the day,” Nuno commented. “So what we expect is the champions of the Premier League, players that are talented and capable of doing fantastic things, so we have to get ready.

“The history of the outcomes before, the performance of the teams, is not that important. It is about the day. Aware that we are going to face a very good team, that has players able of doing wonderful things, so we have to get ready, to compete.”

West Ham will welcome back Lucas Paquetá after his suspension, while Crysencio Summerville and Dinos Mavropanos are stepping up their return from injury.

Fifth Story: Gibbs-White in Contention for Nottingham Forest against Brighton

Nottingham Forest's boss Sean Dyche is optimistic that Morgan Gibbs-White will be available for the team's at home fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion on the weekend.

The English international was absent for Thursday's European game against Malmö due to a back injury.

“Hopefully it’s settling down,” Dyche commented as he prepared to face the Brighton manager's team, who have secured a decent haul from their past three matches.

“It’s like a bad back, 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 improving already. So we’re confident that it’ll be okay for the weekend.”

The defender was experiencing discomfort in his hamstring muscle after the comfortable Europa League victory, but Dyche said the player “should be fine”.

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

6. Glasner: European Loss Won't Set Back Palace

The Eagles head coach Oliver Glasner feels that the setback of Thursday's Conference League defeat to Strasbourg is a indication of how much progress the team has come in challenging on two fronts.

The domestic cup holders went ahead at the away ground through Tyrick Mitchell's opening period goal but were equalized against by Liam Rosenior's team, who moved up to second in the group standings.

The Eagles now return to domestic competition with a at Selhurst Park match against the Red Devils, and Glasner is optimistic his side can maintain their challenge for a top four place.

“Similar to the late loss against Everton, it just feels that it was entirely needless and it is our fault,” Glasner remarked. “Alternatively, we have to accept it. The commitment was there but it is a game we ought not to have lost.”

Glasner stated that Borna Sosa would not be available for the weekend's match after he stayed behind to Strasbourg, but Will Hughes, who was substituted during the opening period against Strasbourg, should be in the team selection.