Chris Richards

Crystal Palace have turned to Chris Richards at the heart of their defence this term, and the American has featured in every one of their five Premier League matches of the 2026/27 season, playing the full 450 minutes as a centre-back. Over that spell he has made eight tackles, taken two shots and completed two successful dribbles, while being rated 6.56 on average and collecting one yellow card.

Born in Birmingham, USA, on 28 March 2000, the 25-year-old wears number 26 for the club. Standing 188 centimetres tall and weighing 87 kilograms, he also represents the United States at international level.