So the season is reaching its final stages. We have seen some good performances from some and ugly efforts from others. But based on the season so far, which players will be warranting a new contract and which others will be first out of the door come July? Each week I shall analysing which players in my opinion need to stay or go.
Goalkeepers
Julian Speroni- Julian has been fantastic for us this season, with some incredible saves made. But with a new, younger goalkeeper coming in, I fear that his place in the first team is vulnerable. Hopefully his contract situation can be sorted out, as he has been immense for Palace this season.
Verdict: Staying Put
Wayne Hennessey- Although he hasn’t featured so far for Palace, Hennessey is most likely to take the number 1 jersey come August. Tall, commanding and agile, Hennessey should have a decent future at the club.
Verdict: Staying Put
Neil Alexander: Alexander has only featured so far in the loss to Bristol City in the Capital One Cup. An ageing keeper coming to the end of his career, I don’t see him being at Selhurst next season.
Verdict: Out the door
Defenders
Joel Ward- Joel has been fantastic for Palace this season. One of the most consistent players, some even say he might be in for a chance for a plane ticket to Brazil. He will continue to blossom as a player, hopefully on Palace’s books.
Verdict: Staying Put
Adrian Mariappa- One of Holloway’s many signings over a frantic summer transfer window. Not the tallest, but he has a decent positional sense and is good in the air. Mariappa is good cover for both the centre back and right back positions.
Verdict: Staying Put
Dean Moxey: Moxey was the player who surprised most of us at the start of the season. He gives his all for the team and the club, yet he gets exposed so easily by even mediocre wingers. Deano would be better suited off at an average championship outfit, where he can enjoy his football more and be more attacking in his play.
Verdict: Out the door
Jonathan Parr: Our player of the year a couple of seasons ago, Parr’s time at Palace has been hindered with injuries since. Better than Moxey, he can defend well, and is willing to put his body on the line- shown at Wigan. A good choice for cover, but I feel Palace need an experienced Premier League left-back if Pulis keeps Palace up.
Verdict: Staying Put
The 1905 