Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson has expressed sympathy for their opponents, Newcastle, in the midst of a potentially lengthy ban hanging over their summer acquisition, Sandro Tonali. This uncertainty arises from an ongoing investigation into alleged betting offenses.
Eddie Howe confirmed on Friday that Tonali, who arrived in a high-profile £55 million transfer from AC Milan this summer, would be in contention for Saturday's match. In addition to Tonali's availability, the injury-plagued Eagles will benefit from the return of several key players.
Initially, Hodgson maintained a stoic response, stating that he had "no reaction at all" to the news of Tonali's potential participation. However, he subsequently conveyed his empathy for the unfolding situation at St James' Park.
Eddie Howe confirmed on Friday that Tonali, who arrived in a high-profile £55 million transfer from AC Milan this summer, would be in contention for Saturday's match. In addition to Tonali's availability, the injury-plagued Eagles will benefit from the return of several key players.
Initially, Hodgson maintained a stoic response, stating that he had "no reaction at all" to the news of Tonali's potential participation. However, he subsequently conveyed his empathy for the unfolding situation at St James' Park.