Overview
- Oliver Glasner confirmed he told chairman Steve Parish in October that he would not sign a new contract and will depart after this season.
- Reports say Crystal Palace have approached Getafe’s José Bordalás and Rayo Vallecano’s Iñigo Pérez as they work on a successor.
- Club briefings indicate Friday’s announcement was coordinated with news that captain Marc Guehi’s move to Manchester City is in its final stages to prevent claims of a protest exit.
- Separate coverage says Manchester United now prefer Thomas Tuchel and Roberto De Zerbi over Glasner in their search for a permanent manager.
- A nine-game winless run, including a shock FA Cup loss to non-league Macclesfield, has weighed on Glasner’s standing, as bookmakers list Brendan Rodgers among early candidates despite his contract at Al Qadsiah.