Crystal Palace could send Evann Guessand back to Aston Villa this season if the striker's situation does not change. The 23-year-old forward has made just three substitute appearances in the Premier League since joining on loan, failing to start a single match.
Guessand moved to Selhurst Park in the summer transfer window to gain top-flight experience. He has been an unused substitute in Palace's last two matches, accumulating only 44 minutes of league action so far. The club's hierarchy is now reviewing the arrangement and may cut it short if his opportunities do not increase in the coming weeks.
Aston Villa, who sit 16th with four points from five games, have their own attacking options in form. Tammy Abraham scored twice in the recent 3-1 win at Coventry, while Johan Manzambi, Nicolas Jackson and Emiliano Buendía all found the net in the dramatic 3-2 victory at Tottenham. That result extended Villa's winning run to two matches ahead of their next fixture against Brentford.
Villa's squad depth is shown in their squad list, where several forwards are competing for places. Guessand's potential early return would add another name to that group, though his immediate future remains uncertain. The final decision rests with Palace manager Oliver Glasner and the club's sporting director.
Guessand joined Villa from Nice in 2023 and spent last season on loan at Strasbourg. His current deal at Villa Park runs until 2028. The club's full schedule, including the October 10 home match against Brentford, is available on the fixtures page.
