Crystal Palace prepare offer for Liverpool-linked manager after Oliver Glasner exit

Palace’s decision to move aggressively for the Lens boss stems directly from the collapse of their own pursuit of Iraola, making a swift appointment paramount to avoid a prolonged summer saga.

Why Sage is among one of the most in demand managers right now

Sage’s rapid rise to prominence has made him one of the most sought-after coaching minds in European football.
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After a brief spell at Lyon, he took over a mid-table Lens squad last summer and completely transformed their fortunes, deploying a fluid, high-octane system.

He masterminded a sensational season in France, guiding Lens to a historic Coupe de France trophy and pushing heavyweights Paris Saint-Germain right to the wire in a thrilling Ligue 1 title race.

Combined with his exceptional track record of developing elite young talent, Sage represents the perfect modern profile to inherit a dynamic Palace squad hungry for sustained success after two consecutive years of silverware.