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Glasner Turns Down New Palace Deal as Man United Speculation Intensifies

Paul Merson says the Palace manager’s back-three system would not suit United’s squad.

Overview

  • Reports say Oliver Glasner has rejected Crystal Palace’s latest contract offer, keeping his long-term future unresolved.
  • The Austrian coach is being linked to Manchester United should the club move on from Ruben Amorim, who remains under pressure after a poor start.
  • United’s struggles include a recent 3-1 loss to Brentford, with coverage describing concern inside the club over results and direction.
  • Merson cautions that Glasner’s preference for a back three would clash with United’s current personnel, despite praising his work at Palace.
  • Coverage also notes Glasner previously declined a summer extension amid frustrations over Palace’s transfer approach, with other names such as Gareth Southgate, Andoni Iraola, Fabian Hurzeler, Marco Silva and Xavi also floated for the United role.