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Glasner commits to Crystal Palace amid transfer frustration

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Oliver Glasner insists he is "100% committed" to Crystal Palace for the rest of the season, despite announcing his departure last week. The Austrian manager clarified his stance after a tense period, following the club's sales of key players like Marc Guehi and Eberechi Eze. His future at Selhurst Park had been in serious doubt.

Glasner's frustration boiled over after a 2-1 defeat to Sunderland, where he claimed his squad was "being abandoned completely." However, he now says a recent dinner with chairman Steve Parish was productive. The manager explained his feelings about the Guehi sale timing and a lack of replacements, seeking clarity on the club's direction for the remainder of the campaign.

Despite the turmoil, the boss confirmed striker Jean-Philippe Mateta is available for the upcoming Chelsea match, dismissing transfer rumours. Glasner, who delivered the FA Cup last season, accepts his post-match comments weren't ideal but stands by his honesty. The focus now shifts to securing a strong finish to the Premier League season.