CrystalPalace names Pierre Sage as manager

Crystal Palace has appointed Pierre Sage as its new manager.

Sage, a Frenchman, has signed a deal running through summer 2029, and Crystal Palace agreed to compensate RC Lens to release him from his contract.

The 47‑year‑old was identified as the top candidate after Andoni Iraola took over as Liverpool head coach.

Palace were looking for a new manager after Oliver Glasner decided not to renew his contract, which expires on June 30.

The Austrian guided the club through a highly successful period, securing the FA Cup and following it with a win in the Conference League final in May.

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Analysis: Who is Pierre Sage?

Sky Sports’ Sam Blitz:

Crystal Palace and Pierre Sage share a recent triumphant mood.

The Eagles have enjoyed a winning streak, claiming their first major trophies – the FA Cup, Community Shield and Conference League – in the past year under former manager Oliver Glasner, marking a golden era.

Sage, meanwhile, experienced a remarkable season at Lens, steering the club into a title challenge with Paris Saint‑Germain and leading the standings at the end of February.

His most notable achievement came when Lens captured the Coupe de France, securing their inaugural trophy.

Having previously coached Lyon, Sage is experienced with a back‑three formation, a system Glasner implemented perfectly. At Lens, he built an attack‑focused side that competed effectively despite limited possession.

These factors make Sage a logical choice to succeed Glasner after his successful tenure at Palace. While he has no Premier League experience, neither did Glasner when he arrived in south London…

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