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Palace kicks off their Premier League season this weekend with a visit to London rivals Brentford, and currently, there aren’t many fitness issues to address.

The main focus leading up to this afternoon’s match has been the future of Guehi, following a fourth rejected bid from Newcastle for the defender. Despite the ongoing speculation, he is expected to play.

Cheick Doucoure returned at the end of last season after a lengthy recovery from an Achilles tendon injury. Although he faced a new injury concern during pre-season, he is believed to be fit for the game against Brentford.

Matheus Franca, who struggled with lower back pain and a hip injury throughout last season, will miss this match due to a rib issue, despite participating in Palace’s summer training.

Jean-Philippe Mateta rejoined training on Wednesday after scoring five goals for France at the Olympic Games in Paris. The silver medallist is in contention to start against Brentford.

Dean Henderson is anticipated to be the starting goalkeeper, with Sam Johnstone now up for sale and relegated to the No32 shirt this season.

Several summer signings, including Sarr, Chadi Riad, and Daichi Kamada, might make their competitive debuts, and Chris Richards is also available.

**Predicted Crystal Palace XI:** Henderson; Andersen, Guehi, Riad; Sarr, Doucoure, Wharton, Mitchell; Kamada, Eze; Mateta

**Injuries:** Franca

**Time and Date:** 2pm BST on Sunday, August 18, 2024

**Venue:** Gtech Community Stadium