Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage left defender Jaydee Canvot out of the matchday squad for the recent 3-2 loss to Ipswich, citing a drop below required standards.
Sage explained that the decision stemmed from Canvot’s recent display against Fulham alongside his performance in training throughout the week. The manager emphasized that the omission was intended to challenge the young player to elevate his game.
Key Quotes from Pierre Sage
- On the selection decision: “It was a sporting decision. I have to be honest with you, I didn’t pick him in the team because of his game against Fulham and what he did during the week. I spoke with him. I need more from him.”
- On expectations: “I don’t care about my authority, I just want the players at 100 per cent of what they are able to do and when they give less, I have to shake them. It’s not a pleasure to leave a player out… I prefer to make the choice between 25 players ready to play, fit and 100 per cent in mentality.”
- On long-term development: “My view is not short term, it’s long term. Jaydee is a young player, he needs to improve, he has a lot of gap to what he can achieve.”
Sage expressed confidence that Canvot would respond positively to the feedback in training ahead of Palace’s next fixture on Monday.