Crystal Palace's 2026 retained list includes 30 players. Total weekly wage bill: £952,176. 13 contracts expire within 12 months. Managed by Oliver Glasner.
Verified August 25, 2026
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Crystal Palace Squad 2026
Goalkeepers (4)
Defenders (9)
Borna Sosa
Caleb Kporha
Chadi Riad
Daniel Muñoz
Jaydee Canvot
Rio Cardines
Trevoh Chalobah
Tyrick Mitchell
Will Hughes
Midfielders (7)
Forwards (10)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players are in Crystal Palace's squad?
Crystal Palace has 30 players on the retained list.
What is Crystal Palace's weekly wage bill?
Crystal Palace's total weekly wage bill is approximately £952,176.
What is the average age of Crystal Palace's squad?
The average age of Crystal Palace's squad is 25.8 years.
How many Crystal Palace contracts expire in the next 12 months?
13 Crystal Palace contracts expire within the next 12 months.
Who is the Crystal Palace manager?
Crystal Palace is currently managed by Oliver Glasner.
Where does Crystal Palace play their home games?
Crystal Palace play their home matches at Selhurst Park Stadium.
What is Crystal Palace's annual wage bill?
Crystal Palace's annual senior-squad wage bill is approximately £49,513,152 (weekly bill of £952,176 × 52 weeks), excluding bonuses, image rights, signing-on fees and agent commissions.
How much does the average Crystal Palace player earn?
The average senior Crystal Palace player earns approximately £31,739 per week (£1,650,428 annually), based on the current 30-player retained list. Distribution is heavily skewed — top earners pull the average well above the median.
Who is Crystal Palace's highest-paid player?
Dean Henderson is currently Crystal Palace's top earner on a reported £100,000 per week (£5,200,000 annually).
When was Crystal Palace founded?
Crystal Palace was founded in 10/0, making the club 2016 years old.
What league do Crystal Palace play in?
Crystal Palace play in the Premier League for the current season.
What is the most common nationality at Crystal Palace?
4 Crystal Palace players are English nationals — 13% of the senior squad — making it the largest single nationality at the club.