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title: "West ham News Today: Nuno praises his captain, Crystal Palace get boost ahead of tonight, Franculino interest"
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# West ham News Today: Nuno praises his captain, Crystal Palace get boost ahead of tonight, Franculino interest

It’s matchday for West Ham United but that hasn’t stopped the news. From transfer rumours to injury updates, here’s the top stories of the day in one place at [ReadWestHam](https://readwestham.com/).

## Nuno full of praise for Hammers captain ahead of huge game

Nuno Espirito Santo has been praising his captain, Jarrod Bowen ahead of tonight’s matchup with Crystal Palace. The Hammers boss has spoken about the winger’s form and most importantly, how he leads with example.

The 29-year-old will lead the team out at Selhurst Park as they look for another important three points.

[Read More: **“He leads by example”: West Ham boss is full of praise for Hammers captain**](https://readwestham.com/2026/04/20/west-ham-nuno-espirito-santo-jarrod-bowen-praise/)

## Crystal Palace get injury boost ahead of tonight’s clash

West Ham have been dealt a blow as [Crystal Palace](https://readcrystalpalace.com/) will welcome back one defender tonight. Maxence Lacroix limped off for the Eagles on Thursday night, but has now been given the all clear to face the Hammers.

In other news, Adam Wharton is not expected to feature later on. The midfielder also picked up an injury in Florence.

[Read More: **Opposition camp: Crystal Palace given huge boost ahead of West Ham clash**](https://readwestham.com/2026/04/20/west-ham-crystal-palace-injury-boost-premier-leagu/)

## Hammers interested in FC Midtjylland’s Franculino

The Irons have declared their interest in FC Midtjylland forward, Fraculino. Nuno’s side join a number of other Premier League sides in monitoring the 21-year-old.

The striker is expected to leave Denmark this summer, with Real Betis also keeping tabs on the player.

[Read More: **West Ham join Premier League trio chasing FC Midtjylland forward**](https://readwestham.com/2026/04/20/west-ham-interested-fc-midtjylland-franculino/)