EPL Headlines: Cole Palmer Poised for Chelsea Comeback; Gueye's Failed Appeal Mystery

First Story: Key Talent Palmer Fit for Important Capital Derby with Arsenal

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca stated on the final weekday that Cole Palmer is available for selection for the squad's important Premier League match against local opponents Arsenal.

The 23-year-old English international was unavailable due to a broken toe suffered after an unfortunate incident.

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

In the current campaign, Palmer has made only four appearances in all tournaments, netting two goals.

Since his arrival from City in 2023, he has achieved 45 strikes and 29 setups in 101 games for the London club.

“He is our best player, we are delighted he is back, we need to give him time to be 100% fit,” Maresca noted. “He has done fantastic in the past and no doubt he is going to do very good for this club in the future.”

Second Story: The Toffees Get No Explanation for Rejected Gueye Red Card Appeal

Everton were unsuccessful in their protest against Idrissa Gueye's dismissal for a physical confrontation with fellow player Michael Keane during the squad's 1-0 victory at Manchester United.

The 36-year-old Senegal player was shown a red card only early on into the game after slapping Keane amid a argument over a misplaced pass.

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

However, the appeal against the dismissal was turned down, and Gueye must serve a three-match suspension, making Everton depleted for their upcoming fixture against Newcastle.

“We lodged an appeal and it was unsuccessful,” coach the manager said. “We haven’t been given any reason why it was turned down but we did appeal it.”

Inquired about more issues from the incident, Moyes continued: “It was over immediately, it was done, that was it, we moved on quite quickly and it was all sorted within the dressing room.”

3. Wissa Practices with The Magpies for First Time since Setback

The club's new signing Yoane Wissa has practiced with his squad for the first time since sustaining a knee problem soon after his arrival from his former club in September.

Manager Eddie Howe announced the development on Friday but did not disclose a possible return date for the player.

Newcastle signed the forward for a significant fee to fill the void left by Alexander Isak, who joined Liverpool for a record-breaking sum.

Unfortunately, Wissa was hurt while on international service before he could make his debut for his new club.

“He is doing well, he trained with us for the first time on midweek, so I was very happy with how he looked,” Howe commented. “This marked his debut in a competitive setting with the squad. Let’s see how he responds today.”

The manager added: “There is a planned comeback timeline, but it’s probably best if I withhold that information. We don’t want to disappoint anyone. Of course, we want to utilize him as promptly.”

Additionally, Kieran Trippier will be sidelined for a month with a hamstring injury.

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

West Ham United head coach Nuno Espírito Santo has insisted that the reigning champions' current slump “is largely irrelevant” as his team prepares to face the struggling Premier League champions.

The Liverpool manager's side has been defeated in six of their previous seven league games, falling out of the top 10 of the standings.

Nevertheless, Nuno stressed that there can be no room for overconfidence when the sides clash on Sunday at the their home ground.

“Liverpool is a good team and in football, what matters is what you do on the day,” Nuno remarked. “We anticipate facing the league champions, players that are skilled and capable of doing good things, so we have to prepare.

“The past of the outcomes before, the form of the teams, doesn’t really matter. It is about the day. Knowing that we are going to face a very good team, that has players able of doing wonderful things, so we have to be fully prepared, to challenge.”

West Ham will welcome back Lucas Paquetá after his ban, while Crysencio Summerville and Dinos Mavropanos are stepping up their recovery from fitness issues.

Fifth Story: Gibbs-White Could Feature for Nottingham Forest against Brighton

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

The England international missed the midweek European match against the Swedish side due to a back injury.

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

“It’s similar to a sore back, but a waking-up sort of injury, one where you just sleep funny or twist funny. So we’re not anticipating, at this stage anyway, that it’s very severe and it’s improving already. So we’re hopeful that it’ll be okay for the weekend.”

The defender was experiencing discomfort in his hamstring muscle after the 3-0 European win, but Dyche said the player “will likely be available”.

However, the full-back (thigh injury), Douglas Luiz (thigh), the winger (hamstring), Chris Wood (knee), and the defender (hip) are expected to miss out.

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

The Eagles head coach Oliver Glasner feels that the disappointment of Thursday's Conference League defeat to the French side is a indication of how far the club has come in competing on two fronts.

The FA Cup holders went ahead at the away ground through Tyrick Mitchell's first-half goal but were equalized against by Liam Rosenior's side, who moved up to runner-up in the group standings.

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

“Similar to the late loss against Everton, it just feels that it was totally avoidable and it is our fault,” Glasner remarked. “On the other side, we have to accept it. The commitment was there but it is a game we could have avoided losing.”

Glasner stated that Borna Sosa would not be available for Sunday's match after he stayed behind to Strasbourg, but Will Hughes, who was substituted during the first half against Strasbourg, is expected to be in the team selection.