EPL Updates: Palmer Set for The Blues Return; Gueye's Unsuccessful Red Card Appeal Mystery

1. Top Talent Palmer Ready for Important Capital Derby with The Gunners

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca stated on Friday that Cole Palmer is available for selection for the team's vital top-flight match against local opponents Arsenal.

The young English midfielder was unavailable due to a fractured toe sustained after an accidental occurrence.

“He is fit to begin and feature,” Maresca declared. “All involved are pleased.”

In the current campaign, Palmer has featured in just four games across all competitions, netting two goals.

Following his transfer from Manchester City in the previous year, he has notched 45 strikes and 29 setups in 101 games for the London club.

“He is our top performer, we are happy he is back, we need to provide him with time to be completely ready,” Maresca added. “He has done fantastic in the past and no doubt he is going to do great things for this club in the future.”

2. Everton Receive No Explanation for Failed Idrissa Gueye Red Card Challenge

Everton have failed in their appeal against Idrissa Gueye's dismissal for a physical confrontation with fellow player Michael Keane during the squad's narrow win at Old Trafford.

The veteran Senegalese midfielder was sent off just early on into the contest after slapping Keane amid a argument over a misplaced pass.

Gueye immediately apologized, and the pair appeared reconciled later in a mock social media post.

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

“We have appealed it and our appeal was turned down,” manager the manager said. “We received no rationale for the denial but we did appeal it.”

Inquired about additional consequences from the incident, Moyes remarked: “It was over immediately, it was done, that was it, we progressed rapidly and it was all sorted within the team environment.”

Third Story: Wissa Trains with Newcastle for First Time since Injury

Newcastle United's recent acquisition Yoane Wissa has practiced with his squad for the initial occasion since sustaining a knee problem shortly after his arrival from Brentford in the autumn.

Head coach Eddie Howe announced the news on the end of the week but did not disclose a possible return date for the player.

The team signed the striker for a significant fee to fill the void left by Alexander Isak, who moved to Liverpool for a record-breaking sum.

Unfortunately, Wissa was hurt while on national team duty before he could make his debut for Newcastle.

“He is progressing nicely, he trained with us for the first time on midweek, so I was really pleased with how he looked,” Howe commented. “It was his initial competitive session with the team. Let’s see how he responds today.”

The manager continued: “There is a planned comeback timeline, but it’s probably best if I keep that to myself. We don’t want to disappoint anyone. Of course, we want to involve him as quickly.”

Additionally, Kieran Trippier will be out of action for a month with a hamstring issue.

Fourth Story: Liverpool' Slump ‘Doesn’t Matter’, Insists Hammers Manager Nuno

West Ham United manager Nuno Espírito Santo has stated that the reigning champions' dip in performance “is largely irrelevant” as his side gets ready to take on the ailing top-flight title holders.

The Liverpool manager's side has suffered six losses in seven recent Premier League matches, dropping out of the upper half of the table.

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

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

“The past of the results before, the form of the teams, is largely insignificant. It is about the day. Knowing that we are going to face a high-quality team, that has players capable of doing amazing feats, so we have to get ready, to challenge.”

The Hammers will welcome back Lucas Paquetá after his ban, while Crysencio Summerville and Dinos Mavropanos are progressing in their recovery from fitness issues.

Fifth Story: Morgan Gibbs-White in Contention for Nottingham Forest against The Seagulls

Nottingham Forest's boss Sean Dyche is optimistic that Morgan Gibbs-White will be fit for the side's home match against Brighton & Hove Albion on the weekend.

The England international missed the midweek European game against Malmö due to a back issue.

“Fortunately, it seems to be calming down,” Dyche stated as he prepared to face Fabian Hürzeler's team, who have secured a decent haul from their last three outings.

“It’s comparable to back pain, but a waking-up sort of injury, one where you just rest awkwardly or move improperly. So we’re not anticipating, at this stage anyway, that it’s very severe and it’s settling down already. So we’re confident that it’ll be right for the weekend.”

The defender was feeling his hamstring after the 3-0 European victory, but Dyche said the player “should be fine”.

However, Ola Aina (thigh injury), Douglas Luiz (thigh), Dilane Bakwa (hamstring), the striker (knee), and the defender (hip) are expected to be unavailable.

6. Oliver Glasner: European Loss Will Not Set Back Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner believes that the disappointment of Thursday's Conference League loss to Strasbourg is a sign of how much progress the team has advanced in competing on two 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 climbed to runner-up in the group standings.

Crystal Palace now switch focus to Premier League action with a at Selhurst Park match against the Red Devils, and Glasner is confident his team 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 remarked. “However, we have to acknowledge it. The effort was there but it is a game we could have avoided losing.”

Glasner confirmed that Borna Sosa would miss out for Sunday's match after he did not travel to Strasbourg, but Will Hughes, who went off during the first half against Strasbourg, should be in the matchday squad.