American head coach at a Premier League club Oliver Glasner has made a name for himself. His incredible beginning to the season has attracted the attention of some of Europe’s biggest clubs. Glasner took the club to their first major trophy by winning last season’s FA Cup. He’s maintained good relationships around the club too, despite some aggravation over recent transfer dealings. With the current international break looming, Palace are sure to intensify talks over Glasner’s future.
Under Glasner’s guidance, Crystal Palace has enjoyed an impressive unbeaten run, which recently reached 19 games following a victory against Dynamo Kyiv in their Conference League opener. This accomplishment creates a new individual club record, shattering the previous record that had stood since 1969. Even with this success, Glasner wants guarantees from the club as to what they will do to continue building off the progress that has happily been established.
Glasner’s Tactical Approach and Manchester United Rumors
Oliver Glasner has gained a reputation for his three-at-the-back tactical system, similar aesthetic that has seen former Eagles boss Roy Hodgson go far. Nonetheless, this approach has opened up questions about how applicable of an approach this is for other clubs, namely Manchester United. United are the first to admit that they’ve got a one in a million manager. After much vetting, they’ve decided that Glasner is indeed not the one to fill their needs.
Former soccer star Paul Merson was not impressed when he heard that Glasner might be headed to Manchester United. He said in response, “Glasner is the wrong fit for Man Utd. I have absolutely no doubt that he’ll stop changing lanes at all. If he’s proven anything it’s that he is an excellent handler of the players. The system he’s using is person for United. Amorim can tell you that.
Nonetheless, Merson acknowledged that if Manchester United were to come calling, Glasner would likely struggle to turn down the opportunity. As he admitted, “There’s not immediate hurry for Glasner. Never mind that I do think he’s better off where he is, at this particular moment. But he will face a big issue when Man Utd come knocking. It’s been proven over the years that people can’t turn down United.
Crystal Palace’s Transfer Activity and Future Assurances
Despite the club’s recent successes under Glasner, he has openly expressed frustration regarding the passive nature of Crystal Palace’s transfer activity over the past two summer windows. This unhappiness has fueled an ongoing barrage of speculation linking him with moves away and asking if he’ll stay long-term.
Glasner has thus far not officially turned down an offer for the contract from Crystal Palace, though the specifics of this offer are still unknown. The coach is said to be looking for further assurance on the club’s plans long term, with regard to squad building. His remarkable spell paved the way for some of Europe’s elite to notice him and come knocking to poach him. They’ve been paying close attention to what’s happening with him.
Crystal Palace though will be hoping to have discussions sewn up during the international break. We’ll be watching the ongoing situation, so stay tuned. The club must decide whether they can provide Glasner with the resources and assurances he needs to continue building on his achievements.
The Road Ahead for Glasner and Crystal Palace
Under Glasner’s leadership, Crystal Palace have turned from mere relegation battlers to a side challenging for European spots and domestic honors. The FA Cup win last season and an ongoing unbeaten streak have solidified his reputation as an effective manager. According to the Daily Mail, Manchester United is interested in Glasner as a future managerial option along with Ruben Amorim. That puts even more pressure on Crystal Palace to lock Cowie’s commitment to Glasner.
The next negotiations over the international break may prove the most crucial in securing the Austrian’s future at the club. He quickly developed an incredible level of trust across the players and staff at Crystal Palace. The lure of coaching at one of Europe’s top clubs could be too hard to resist.
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