Steve Cooper’s Leicester City squad has been regrouping over the international break after a disappointing start to the season, securing just one point from their first three matches.
However, they now have a strong opportunity to claim their first victory as they head to the capital for their next match.
With 12 players away on international duty, their return to Seagrave training ground throughout the week might affect Cooper’s selection decisions, especially with late arrivals.
Leicester City Injury News
Jakub Stolarczyk and Patson Daka are the only two players definitely sidelined due to injury.
Danny Ward, who wasn’t included in the squad for the Aston Villa defeat, played for Wales during the international break and is expected to resume his role as backup goalkeeper for Mads Hermansen.
Facundo Buonanotte, who was dropped to the bench after experiencing a slight groin issue, could make his return to the starting lineup.
The 19-year-old found the net in Leicester’s last game, and with other attacking players returning from international duty, he may be brought back into the fold.
Conor Coady is also available for selection again after recovering from a hamstring injury and could make his first Premier League appearance of the season.
Predicted Starting XI vs Crystal Palace
Mads Hermansen is a certain starter in goal, having impressed in the opening games.
James Justin has struggled with form and may be replaced by Ricardo Pereira, who is yet to start a league game this season.
In central defense, Wout Faes and Jannik Vestergaard both featured for Belgium and Denmark, respectively, during the international break, while Caleb Okoli was an unused substitute.
Vestergaard, who was benched in favor of Okoli last time out, may be restored to the lineup. Victor Kristiansen is expected to continue at left-back.
In midfield, Oliver Skipp and Harry Winks performed well in their last outing and should start together at Selhurst Park.
Wilfred Ndidi, who was underwhelming in the number 10 role, is likely to be replaced by Buonanotte.
Abdul Fatwau is expected to retain his place on the right side of the attacking trio, while Stephy Mavididi could earn his first Premier League start.
Both Jordan Ayew and Bobby De-Cordova Reid are returning late from international duty.
Odsonne Edouard, a deadline day loan signing, is ineligible to play against his parent club, Crystal Palace, meaning Jamie Vardy will likely lead the line once again.
Leicester City Predicted XI vs Crystal Palace: Hermansen; Justin, Faes, Vestergaard, Kristiansen; Skipp, Winks; Fatwau, Buonanotte, Mavididi; Vardy.
