- Crystal Palace F.C. players squad for the 2026-27 season
- Ages, current status and contract expiration
- Updated each week
Crystal Palace enter a fascinating new era for the 2026-27 season. Following a historic “golden era” under Oliver Glasner, which saw the club win the FA Cup, the Community Shield, and a landmark UEFA Conference League trophy, the Austrian tactician has departed Selhurst Park.
Pierre Sage is expected to take the reins to build on this success. The French coach is waiting on a work permit to officially be installed, and he boasts an exciting reputation for tactical flexibility and youth development.
Fans always want to be kept in the loop about the squad’s dynamics, contracts, and future planning as the new manager takes charge. Below is a comprehensive guide to the Crystal Palace players for the 2026-27 season, including the full first-team squad, key dynamics, and standout performers.
| Club Information | Information |
| Manager | Vacant |
| Average Squad Age | 26.3 Years |
| Youngest Player | Jaydee Canvot / Rio Cardines (19) |
| Oldest Player | Nathaniel Clyne (35) |
Goalkeepers
Crystal Palace’s goalkeeping department remains highly secure. Dean Henderson holds down the number-one shirt, reinforced by the incredible depth and veteran experience of Walter Benitez.
| Player | Age | Current Status | Contract Expiration |
| Dean Henderson | 29 | Active | June 2028 |
| Walter Benítez | 33 | Active | June 2028 |
| Remi Matthews | 32 | Active | June 2027 |
| Owen Goodman | 23 | Active | June 2028 |
Defenders
Following the high-profile departure of former captain Marc Guehi to Manchester City, the Eagles’ backline has transitioned into a new chapter.
Sage, if appointed, will inherit a defence anchored by hugely impressive options like Maxence Lacroix and Chris Richards. On the flanks, Tyrick Mitchell and Daniel Munoz offer reliable consistency, while youth prospects like Jaydee Canvot represent the long-term future of the defence.
| Player | Age | Current Status | Contract Expiration |
| Maxence Lacroix | 26 | Active | June 2029 |
| Chadi Riad | 22 | Active | June 2029 |
| Chris Richards | 26 | Active | June 2027 |
| Jaydee Canvot | 19 | Active | June 2029 |
| Daniel Muñoz | 30 | Active | June 2028 |
| Tyrick Mitchell | 26 | Active | June 2027 |
| Borna Sosa | 28 | Active | June 2028 |
| Caleb Kporha | 19 | Active | June 2029 |
| Nathaniel Clyne | 35 | Active | June 2026 |
Midfielders
The midfield engine continues to be powered by the immense talent of Adam Wharton, who has rapidly developed into one of the country’s premium deep-lying playmakers. Palace will have to fight off heavy transfer interest to keep him.
Supported by the physical dominance of Cheick Doucoure and Jefferson Lerma, Palace possess an incredibly balanced unit in the centre of the park.
| Player | Age | Current Status | Contract Expiration |
| Adam Wharton | 22 | Active | June 2029 |
| Cheick Doucoure | 26 | Active | June 2029 |
| Jefferson Lerma | 31 | Active | June 2027 |
| Will Hughes | 31 | Active | June 2027 |
| Justin Devenny | 22 | Active | June 2027 |
| Daichi Kamada | 29 | Active | June 2026 |
| David Ozoh | 21 | Active | June 2027 |
Forwards
Palace’s frontline has seen dynamic investment to bring lethal finishing and explosive pace to South London. Jorgen Strand Larsen, Brennan Johnson, and Yeremy Pino anchor long-term, big-money focal points for the Eagles’ attacking style.
Cult hero Jean-Philippe Mateta, entering the final year of his deal, and Eddie Nketiah add tremendous Premier League pedigree to a devastatingly deep attacking unit.
| Player | Age | Current Status | Contract Expiration |
| Jorgen Strand Larsen | 26 | Active | June 2030 |
| Ismaila Sarr | 28 | Active | June 2029 |
| Yeremy Pino | 23 | Active | June 2030 |
| Brennan Johnson | 25 | Active | June 2030 |
| Jean-Philippe Mateta | 28 | Active | June 2027 |
| Eddie Nketiah | 27 | Active | June 2029 |
| Romain Esse | 21 | Active | June 2030 |
| Jesurun Rak-Sakyi | 23 | Active | June 2027 |
| Evann Guessand | 24 | Loan expiring | June 2026 |
| Christantus Uche | 23 | Loan expiring | June 2026 |
