BOURNEMOUTH and Crystal Palace return to Premier League action for a Saturday evening showdown at the Vitality. Palace eased any lingering relegation fears with a terrific three-game winning run before the lockdown hit, propelling them safely into mid-table. But it’s a different story for Eddie Howe and his men, who are very much embroiled in […]
BOURNEMOUTH and Crystal Palace return to Premier League action for a Saturday evening showdown at the Vitality.
Palace eased any lingering relegation fears with a terrific three-game winning run before the lockdown hit, propelling them safely into mid-table.
Ryan Fraser is leaving Bournemouth on a free transfer after rejecting contract extension[/caption]But it’s a different story for Eddie Howe and his men, who are very much embroiled in a relegation scrap.
They’re in the bottom three and looking to avoid a return to the Championship for the first time since 2015.
Hodgson’s men won three on the spin before lockdown[/caption]Ryan Fraser has confirmed that he is leaving the Cherries after seven years with the club.
But in a boost for their survival hopes, the home side have David Brooks back available after missing most of the season through injury.
Mamadou Sakho is back in training for Palace despite a lingering hamstring problem and could feature for the first time since New Year’s Day.
Schlupp and James Tomkins are also recovered from long-term knocks and ready to fire Palace to an unlikely top-half finish.
*All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication.