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Oliver Glasner's battle plan for fractious Crystal Palace return: The three players key to taking down old club, what he's improved from last two Nottingham Forest managers and the targets new bosses have set for him:Oliver Glasner returns to Selhurst Park as Nottingham Forest manager to face his former club Crystal Palace. The match is charged due to recent history, including a legal dispute and Glasner's trophy-winning spell at Palace.

Why 'football nerd' Alfred Johansson is feeling the love in Lanarkshire... as Motherwell manager sets his sights on emulating the Swedish league's unlikely title winners:Motherwell manager Alfred Johansson, 36, has overseen just one league loss and a strong European run, continuing the club's expansive style after replacing Jens Berthel Askou.

Why Jarrod Bowen needs West Ham promotion to break one major club record:Jarrod Bowen needs four goals to become West Ham's all-time top Premier League scorer, a record he can only chase if the club wins promotion back to the top flight this season.

From Donald Trump’s World Cup darling to European exile: The dramatic fall of Folarin Balogun:USMNT striker Folarin Balogun's transfer to Everton fell through. He was subsequently omitted from Monaco's Conference League squad, creating an attacking logjam at the club.

Jean Philippe-Mateta offered Crystal Palace escape route as Aston Villa make move:Aston Villa's bid for Jean-Philippe Mateta was rejected by Crystal Palace. The striker is in a contract dispute with his club, casting doubt on his future as Villa seek a replacement for Ollie Watkins.

Xabi Alonso's four Chelsea rule changes as new manager lays down law:Xabi Alonso's appointment as Chelsea manager has shifted club policies, including abandoning the U25-only recruitment rule and granting him greater authority over transfers and tactics.

Mykhailo Mudryk makes first Chelsea appearance since doping ban lifted:Mykhailo Mudryk made his first Chelsea appearance in 20 months, playing eight minutes in a friendly after being cleared of a doping ban. His future at the club remains uncertain.

Three Premier League clubs, including a newly-promoted side, enquire over Mykhailo Mudryk after £89m Chelsea winger's doping case is resolved:Chelsea have received multiple loan approaches for Mykhailo Mudryk after his doping ban was overturned. Premier League clubs, including Coventry, are interested as he rejoins the squad for assessment.

Premier League club forced to cancel pre-season friendly following G7 summit disruption:Brighton's training camp in France was cancelled after G7 summit helicopters damaged pitches. They will now train in Austria, scrapping a friendly against Annecy.

Hugo Oliveira: New Strasbourg boss confirmed as BlueCo bring in highly-rated coach:Strasbourg have appointed Hugo Oliveira as their new head coach, replacing Gary O'Neil. The former Famalicao boss joins from Chelsea's sister club after a €2m fee.

Premier League extra Champions League spot at risk after Crystal Palace Conference League win:Crystal Palace's Conference League victory means nine Premier League teams will play in Europe next season, potentially diluting England's coefficient and costing the league an extra Champions League place.

Adam Wharton next club odds after Europa Conference League win:Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton is a transfer target for Manchester United, but the club sees him as too similar to Kobbie Mainoo. United are closing in on a £38m deal for Atalanta's Ederson instead.

Crystal Palace chief Steve Parish fires subtle dig at Nottm Forest after Conference League win:Crystal Palace won the Conference League, with chairman Steve Parish making a pointed comment referencing Nottingham Forest after their Europa League demotion last year.

Crystal Palace's Europa Conference League win gives EFL Carabao Cup headache:Crystal Palace's Conference League win creates nine Premier League European entrants, causing an odd number and a regional draw headache for the Carabao Cup's preliminary round.

Adam Wharton forced to miss Crystal Palace Conference League celebrations:Adam Wharton missed part of Crystal Palace's Conference League celebrations after a UEFA doping test. Palace beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 for their first European trophy.