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Out until break Lerma (hamstring) is out until after the November international break, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Jefferson [Lerma] is also out, at least until the international break."

Impact Lerma is officially going to miss the next two Premier League matches after a hamstring injury was confirmed. This is a particularly concerning injury with Adam Wharton (groin) now set for surgery. Will Hughes and Cheick Doucoure (toe) figure as the top pair in midfield with Lerma sidelined.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Off early Sunday Lerma was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match against Tottenham with an injury.

Impact Lerma was forced off in the 22nd minute, succumbing to an injury and being replaced by Will Hughes. The extent of Lerma's injury should be determined in the buildup to next week's match at Wolves.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Active with country Lerma played a full 90 with Colombia during the international break.

Impact Lerma returned from a toe issue to play a full 90 during the international break. The midfielder should be fully fit and ready to go with Palace now that he is back available. It's unclear if he will still have a role in the starting XI, or if he's lost his starting job to Adam Wharton and Will Hughes.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Could return with Columbia Lerma (toe) could be in for a return from injury while with Columbia, according to manager Nestor Lorenzo. "He had pain in his big toe. Like tendonitis, which lasted a day, a day a...

Impact Lerma could be making his return to play away from Crystal Palace after picking up toe issues in the club's last match, as he is with the Columbian national team and available for selection. This is great news for the club, as even if he doesn't return immediately, it at least implies he is holding a minor issue. He could take the field when Columbia faces Argentina in their next match, although they may choose to keep him on the side to preserve his fitness following an injury.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with toe issues Lerma was left off the team sheet in Sunday's 1-1 draw to Chelsea, according to manager Oliver Glasner, per Edmund Brack of London News Online. "Jefferson has a problem with his to...

Impact Lerma has picked up toe problems, leaving him on the sideline for the time being. This is a tough development for the midfielder, as he had just earned his first start of the season. The club still has yet to release any further information on his complicated, leaving a return date up in the air. However, his next chance to return will be against Leicester City on Sept. 14 following the international break.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 18 • FOX SPORTS

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JULY 11 • FOX SPORTS

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JULY 11 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 25 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 24 • FOX SPORTS

Immediate starter Lerma scored once and assisted once during 28 appearances (27 starts) in the premier League.

Impact Lerma made the switch to Palace after some excellent seasons with Bournemouth and he lived up to the hype. The midfielder immediately took the top job in the center of the park and setup a nice partnership with Adam Wharton in the back half of the season. Perhaps most importantly, Lerma showed the ability to switch into the backline if needed, making him an irreplaceable part of the first team in most situations.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Available, as expected Lerma (hamstring) is on the bench for Sunday's clash with Aston Villa.

Impact Lerma is back on the bench Sunday after missing five matches with the hamstring injury. Evidently he's not fit enough for a start so it's Adam Wharton and Chris Richards who partner in central midfield. Lerma has been the preferred option when fit and should compete with Wharton and Abdoulaye Doucoure for the starting job in the coming offseason.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Lerma (hamstring) is available for Sunday's clash with Aston Villa, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Jefferson Lerma is fit and will come back to the squad."

Impact Lerma is back fit for the final match of the Premier League after struggling with a hamstring injury. The midfielder could even start in the final match of the season, especially with Will Hughes (knee) injured. Lerma has been the preferred choice in holding midfield when fully fit.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Wolves Lerma (undisclosed) won't be available to face Wolverhampton on Saturday, manager Oliver Glasner told media during his pre-match press conference Friday. "[Jefferson] Lerma also to...

Impact Lerma will miss a fifth straight game, but the fact that he'll be back for the Aston Villa game next Sunday entails he's in the final stages of his recovery process. Lerma has been a regular presence in the XI when healthy for the Eagles, and his absence will allow Will Hughes to remain in the starting lineup ahead of a complicated trip to Molineux.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out until May Lerma is out until May due to an injury suffered against Liverpool, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "We will miss him for at least until Manchester United [on 6th May], so for...

Impact Lerma isn't expected to have suffered a very serious injury, but the condensed schedule will sideline him for three weeks. The midfielder goes the full 90 in almost every week, and his ability to play in defense is valuable as well. It's hard to see exactly how he will be replaced, though Rob Holding (ankle) could be brought straight into the starting XI.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up another yellow card Lerma generated one shot (zero on goal) in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Everton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Lerma had a good defensive outing and matched his second-most clearances in the campaign. The midfielder could not do much on offense during the match, though. He also received his sixth yellow card in the season and third in the last four games.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Nets lone team goal Lerma scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) in Monday's 3-1 defeat against Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 70th minute.

Impact Lerma scored the only goal for the team during Monday's loss to Chelsea. It was also his first goal of the season, having gone 18 matches scoreless. He does continue to play in almost every minute of every game while generating 32 clearances, 20 interceptions and 28 tackles (16 won) from the midfield for Crystal Palace.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Makes four tackles on day Lerma registered four tackles (two won) in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact Lerma was back in the lineup after missing last match with an undisclosed injury, going the full 90 minutes Thursday. Unless a serious injury occurs, the midfield will likely keep his starting role for the team after starting all 13 games played for the team this season.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Brighton Lerma (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Thursday's match against Brighton.

Impact Lerma is making his return to lay after missing the club's last match against Manchester City, gaining back his regular spot in the starting XI. The midfielder should remain in a starting role moving forward, getting the start in all but five matches this season, with all of his absences being due to injury.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Healing faster than expected Lerma (undisclosed) is recovering ahead of schedule, according to manager Roy Hodgson."Otherwise, the ones who have been injured are making good progress, most of them. [Jefferson]...

Impact Lerma is making excellent progress in his recovery from an undisclosed issue that saw him ruled out against Manchester City. The hope will be that Lerma is ready to go for Thursday's clash with Brighton, though that seems far from guaranteed.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for City match Lerma (undisclosed) will not be an option Saturday against Manchester City, according to manager Roy Hodgson. "We are already missing important players in terms of [Jordan] Ayew, w...

Impact Lerma may be facing some time on the sidelines, as manager Roy Hodgson announced the player would not be available against Manchester City after going down with an injury in their last match against Liverpool. It has not been clarified what exactly the midfielder is dealing with or the seriousness of the knock, but the club will hope for the best with him being a normal starter this season. Expect either Naouirou Ahamada or Chris Richards to start in the midfield with Lerma being out.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up apparent injury Lerma was subbed off with an apparent injury against Liverpool on Saturday.

Impact Lerma left the game in the early stages of the second half and was replaced by Michael Olise. It's unclear what kind of injury is affecting the Colombian midfielder, and his status for the match against Manchester City on Dec. 16 is worth monitoring.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in Wednesday's loss Lerma registered four shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 loss versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Lerma took a season-high four shots in Wednesday's loss, however none of them even found the target. He also created two chances for the fourth time this season and set a season-high with three crosses. He has become more involved in the attack over his last four games, combining for nine shots, eight chances created and six crosses across that stretch.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in loss Lerma registered one assist from four chances created and had two shots of target in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Everton.

Impact Lerma was fortunate to pick up his first attacking return of the season, with a defensive mix up allowing Odsonne Edouard to score. The defensive midfielder is not renowned for his work in the final third and has started every game for which he has been available this season. He made five interceptions, more than anyone else on the pitch.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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