Crystal Palace is reportedly considering parting ways with manager Oliver Glasner ahead of the season’s conclusion, following his recent announcement about departing the club in the summer.

This potential decision comes on the heels of Glasner’s outspoken critique after the Premier League loss against Sunderland. The Austrian manager accused the club’s leadership of neglecting the team, a statement that has reportedly not sat well with chairman Steve Parish and other key officials at Selhurst Park.

Glasner expressed his frustration post-match, highlighting what he perceives as a lack of support for the squad, especially in light of the recent sale of captain Marc Guehi just before the game.

Board unhappy with public remarks

“I feel we are being abandoned completely,” Glasner remarked to BBC Sport. “We have 12, 13 players from the squad available and we feel no support. The worst thing is selling our captain one day before playing a Premier League game.”

“I feel we are being abandoned completely,” Glasner told BBC Sport.
“We have 12, 13 players from the squad available and we feel no support. The worst thing is selling our captain one day before playing a Premier League game.”

According to reports, Palace’s board were “bemused and angered” by the tone and timing of the comments, with Sky Sports indicating that the club is now actively considering whether to terminate Glasner’s contract early rather than allow him remain in charge until the summer.

Exit decision already agreed

Only days earlier, Glasner had confirmed that a decision for him to leave at the end of the season had already been agreed in principle with Parish following discussions held in October.

“A decision has already been taken months ago,” Glasner said. “I told Steve I would not sign a new contract. We agreed it was best to keep it confidential. We both want the best for Crystal Palace.”

He also stressed that his decision was not linked to the January transfer window, despite ongoing player sales.

Context of player departures

Glasner’s frustration has been heightened by the departures of key figures, including Eberechi Eze last summer and Guehi this month, with speculation also surrounding the future of Jean-Philippe Mateta.

Palace have struggled for form in recent weeks and are currently on a poor run in the league.

Former England striker Alan Shearer believes the situation is now difficult to salvage.

“For him to come out and go against his bosses, there’s only ever going to be one outcome,” Shearer said on Match of the Day. “I’d be very surprised if he’s still there next week.”

Uncertain immediate future

Glasner remains widely respected for leading Palace to their first major trophy with an FA Cup win over Manchester City last season, a result that also secured European football.

However, with Palace due to face Chelsea next in the Premier League, uncertainty surrounds whether Glasner will still be in the dugout by then.