However, with the Argentine believed to be ready for action against Palace the battle is on for the right sided back four role tomorrow
Every game played by Fredericks reduces the number of games available to Zaba to gain an automatic new contract at the club – he needs 28 in total and has currently made 19.
So today’s Claret and Hugh poll is straightforward and centres totally on whether Pelle should stick with Fredericks or return to the experience of Zaba for tomorrow’s game at Selhurst Park.
So should it be Fredericks or Zaba – vote here.
Who should Pellegrini start as right back?