Crystal Palace Manager Provides Mateta Injury Update

Glasner confirms Mateta's knee injury does not require surgery, but timeline for return remains uncertain.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has provided an update on the injury status of striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. Glasner confirmed that Mateta's knee injury does not require surgery, which is positive news. However, the manager was unable to provide a specific timeline for Mateta's return to the pitch, stating he could miss anywhere from two to four weeks. Glasner also noted that defender Justin Devenny will be returning to the matchday squad after missing the last two matches.

Why it matters

Mateta's injury is a concern for Crystal Palace as he has been a key contributor this season. The club will need to manage his recovery carefully to ensure he returns at full strength. Devenny's return is also important as Palace looks to solidify its defense and continue its push up the Premier League table.

The details

Mateta suffered the knee injury during Crystal Palace's last home match against Chelsea. While the injury is not as severe as initially feared and does not require surgery, Glasner was unable to provide a definitive timeline for Mateta's recovery. The manager stated Mateta will miss a certain period of time, but could not specify if it will be two, three, or four weeks. Glasner did express optimism that Mateta will be able to return soon and contribute to the team's goals for the remainder of the season.

  • Mateta suffered the knee injury during Crystal Palace's last home match against Chelsea.
  • Mateta will miss a certain period of time, but the exact timeline is uncertain and could range from two to four weeks.

The players

Oliver Glasner

The current manager of Crystal Palace.

Jean-Philippe Mateta

A striker for Crystal Palace who has been sidelined with a knee injury.

Justin Devenny

A defender for Crystal Palace who will be returning to the matchday squad after missing the last two matches.

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What they’re saying

“Fortunately he doesn't need surgery. The injury is not as bad as feared, and so we think – and the opinion from several specialists and doctors – is that we can deal with the knee in a better way than with surgery.”

— Oliver Glasner, Crystal Palace Manager (Yahoo Sports)

“He will miss a certain time – I can't say two weeks, three weeks or four weeks – but he doesn't need surgery, that's very positive, so hopefully he's back soon.”

— Oliver Glasner, Crystal Palace Manager (Yahoo Sports)

What’s next

Mateta will undergo rehabilitation at Crystal Palace's training ground as he works to recover from his knee injury. The club will continue to monitor his progress and provide updates on his timeline for return to the pitch.

The takeaway

While the news that Mateta's injury does not require surgery is positive, the uncertainty around his recovery timeline is a concern for Crystal Palace. The club will need to carefully manage Mateta's rehabilitation to ensure he returns at full strength and can contribute to the team's goals for the remainder of the season.