Crystal Palace are sweating on the fitness of in-form Ghanaian International Jeffrey Schlupp after what appears to be a hip injury.

It is feared the versatile defender cum midfielder could be sidelined for up to two months.

Schlupp felt the problem in last week's goalless drawn game against bottom side Watford.

Palace will miss the services of the 26 year old player who has been in rich vein of form scoring two goals in as many matches in the league.

Roy Hodgson will have to navigate the packed festive fixtures without his in-form player Jefferey Schlupp.

The Ghanaian has made 15 appearances for the Eagles scoring twice while providing two assists.