Roy Hodgson Returns as Crystal Palace Manager
- Roy Hodgson, 75, signed a one-year contract to remain Crystal Palace's manager.
- Hodgson took over on an interim basis in March and led Palace to safety, earning an extension.
- Hodgson expressed pride in continuing at Palace, targeting a top-half finish next season.
- Palace considered other candidates but chose Hodgson for stability, familiarity and preserving their Premier League status.
- Hodgson will work again with assistant Paddy McCarthy and coaches Ray Lewington and Dean Kiely.