Crystal Palace ‘reach agreement’ with new manager immediately after Conference League win

With Oliver Glasner set to move on, Palace have already identified his successor hours after beating Rayo Vallecano.

Crystal Palace have reportedly reached an agreement with a top-class manager to replace Oliver Glasner just hours after winning the Conference League.

On Wednesday (May 27), Jean-Philippe Mateta’s strike ensured the Eagles secured their second trophy in two seasons as they beat La Liga side Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig.

The fixture marked Glasner’s final game as head coach, with the Austrian already confirming he will leave this summer.

Several coaches have been linked with succeeding Glasner at Selhurst Park, with former Brentford and Spurs boss Thomas Frank among the contenders. Coventry head coach Frank Lampard has also been linked with the role.

And while the celebrations will no doubt continue for some time yet, Palace’s board — particularly co-owner and chairman Steve Parish — are already planning for the future, with the Eagles set to compete in the Europa League next season.