Dean Henderson has secured his future with Crystal Palace, signing a contract extension until 2030. The England goalkeeper expressed his commitment to the club, stating there was "nowhere else" he would rather be as they prepare for their Europa League debut on Thursday night.

Since joining from Manchester United in 2023, Henderson has made over 100 appearances for the Eagles, contributing to their Conference League triumph under Oliver Glasner last season. After taking over the captaincy following Marc Guehi's transfer to Manchester City, Henderson emphasized the significance of the role, sharing:

"I have learnt what it means to wear this shirt. To be trusted with the armband is something I will never take for granted."

In a heartfelt message, he added:

"You are not just leading the team, you are carrying everyone who stands behind it. I know what the badge means to the fans... I am proud to be one of you. My best years are in front of me and I’m happy to be giving that to Crystal Palace."

Unfortunately, Henderson will miss the opener against Lech Poznan due to an ankle injury, which is also expected to sideline him for England’s upcoming Nations League fixtures.

Palace manager Pierre Sage praised Henderson's leadership and positivity, noting:

"As a player he is a really good goalkeeper, and as a man he has good leadership."

Additionally, Ismaila Sarr might make his first appearance after a failed move to Liverpool, while Eddie Nketiah is set to play. However, Jean-Philippe Mateta remains unavailable due to a thigh issue. Sage expressed optimism about Sarr’s readiness for the new season following a tough loss to Ipswich.