Injury Boost for Glasner as Crystal Palace Squad Get Clean Bill of Health for Forest Clash

Franca Ruled Out with Rib Fracture

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has confirmed that 20-year-old Matheus Franca will be unavailable for the next few weeks after suffering a rib fracture in training. Glasner confirmed the news in his first press conference as Palace boss ahead of their Premier League opener against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Glasner also provided a fitness update on the rest of his squad, confirming that there were no other injury concerns. This will come as a boost to the German coach, who is looking to make a positive start to his reign at Selhurst Park.

Glasner Confident Ahead of Forest Test

Despite the absence of Franca, Glasner is confident that his team can get a positive result against Nottingham Forest. The Eagles have had a strong pre-season under their new manager, and Glasner believes that they are ready for the challenge of the Premier League.

"We have had a very good pre-season," said Glasner. "The players have worked hard, and we have developed a good understanding of each other. I am confident that we can start the season well and get a positive result against Nottingham Forest."