CRYSTAL Palace boss Tony Pulis could include last season's top goalscorer Glenn Murray in his matchday squad on Saturday against West Bromwich Albion.
The 30-year-old has played two games at the club's training ground as he steps up his fitness and is nearing a return.
It has been suggested that Murray will be on the bench and could even make an appearance late on.
"He's played a couple of matches behind closed doors and he looks fit and strong," said Pulis.
"He's in the squad - he's in the 25 so it will be like new signing."
Meanwhile, Pulis hasn't decided whether to start with loan signing Tom Ince against the Baggies yet.
However, the boss has been delighted with how he, Joe Ledley, Scott Dann and Wayne Hennessey have settled in this week.
He said: "We'll see, I'll make a decision tomorrow. They have all trained well and there's better competition.
"Tom, Joe, Scott and Wayne have all trained well. They have integrated into the group really well, and it's a good group and close group of players.
"It hasn't been difficult for them to get their feet under the table."
And Pulis is hoping Ince can lay down a marker in the top flight before making any decisions on a permanent deal in the summer.
He said: "I think it's whether Tom enjoys it here. It's a great opportunity for Tom.
"He has played a lot of games but he hasn't played in the Premier League yet I don't think.
"It will be a chance for him to test himself and we're looking forward to it."
